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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Second Scene (p. 303-313).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How might Segismundo's behavior be characterized?
(a) Brutal.
(b) Submissive.
(c) Inane.
(d) Obedient.

2. What is a possible word to describe the elderly king of Poland's plan about Segismundo.
(a) Fortunate.
(b) Foolhardy.
(c) Wise.
(d) Confusing.

3. Why does Rosaura chase the person who is the answer to question #1?
(a) To find her kidnapped son.
(b) To kill him for revenge.
(c) To retrieve a locket.
(d) To hope he'll marry her.

4. What is Clotaldo's social status?
(a) A tradesman.
(b) A bonded servant.
(c) He is a nobleman.
(d) A serf.

5. What is the relationship of the answer to question #4 to Astolfo?
(a) None.
(b) Cousins.
(c) Half-siblings.
(d) Aunt and nephew.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of whom is Estrella the daughter?

2. What does Rosaura's horse do?

3. What does Rosaura claim that Astolfo did to her?

4. How does Rosaura feel about Segismundo's revelations?

5. What is likely to be Segismundo's performance as a king?

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