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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is the symbolic colorization in the Prologue physically represented on stage?
(a) Paint.
(b) A strobe light.
(c) A jacket.
(d) Props.

2. What aspect of the play will Artie's attempt to reach his goals affect?
(a) The comedy.
(b) The action.
(c) The fear.
(d) The romance.

3. Why does Bananas tell Artie not to be disrespectful at the beginning of Act I, Part II?
(a) He makes fun of her.
(b) He improvises a song about the Pope.
(c) He scorns the Vietnam War.
(d) He says he loves Bunny.

4. Why is Bunny angry with Artie at the end of Act I, Part II?
(a) He still loves Bananas.
(b) He will not see the Pope.
(c) He wants to stay in Queens.
(d) He wants to help Bananas one last time.

5. When does the play begin?
(a) After the audience sits down.
(b) When the audience is quiet.
(c) Halfway through the first scene.
(d) As the audience is finding their seats.

Short Answer Questions

1. Ronnie's appearance at the end of Act I, Part II is an example of what?

2. What will be taken away from Artie in the final moments of the play?

3. What is the purpose of the Prologue in The House of Blue Leaves?

4. What does Bunny claim that Artie was afraid of until he met her?

5. Who looks out of the bedroom at Artie and Bunny while they are talking?

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