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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, First Scene (p. 313 - 336).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has Segismundo done in response to Basilio's announcement?
(a) Killed himself.
(b) Gathered an army.
(c) Sued his father in court.
(d) Taken Rosaura hostage.

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

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

4. How does Segismundo respond to what Clotaldo tells him?
(a) He is outraged and threatens to kill Clotaldo.
(b) He calls Clotaldo father and hugs him.
(c) He is indifferent.
(d) He is delighted.

5. Who is the son of the current elderly king of Poland?
(a) Segismundo.
(b) Astolfo.
(c) Clarin.
(d) Basilio.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Clarnn gain Segismundo's confidence?

2. Who arrives and learns of Segismundo's murder and what does he do?

3. How are Recisunda and Clorilene related?

4. Who asks Segismundo for mercy?

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

(see the answer key)

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