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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Third Scene (351 - end).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Clotaldo not reveal at this point?
(a) That he knows the whereabouts of Segismundo's mother.
(b) That he is Rosaura's father.
(c) That he is really Segismundo's father.
(d) That he allowed Segismundo visitors regularly.

2. What may be foreshadowed about Segismundo's future behavior in this scene?
(a) That he will act more honorably and humanely.
(b) That Segismundo will end up killing his father.
(c) That Clarnn will be hanged to silence him.
(d) That Astrea and Segismundo will marry.

3. Who does Rosaura pursue to Poland?
(a) Clotaldo.
(b) Clarin.
(c) Astolfo.
(d) Basilio.

4. Where does Act 1, Second Scene take place?
(a) In an inn in Warsaw.
(b) A hallway in the Royal palace.
(c) In the tower.
(d) At Clotaldo's home.

5. How did they get Segismundo back to his cell in the tower?
(a) They forced him at swordpoint to walk back.
(b) They put him in the king's carriage.
(c) Servants and Clarnn carried him.
(d) Segismundo is still at the castle and merely dreaming that he is back in his cell.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the two characters discussing?

2. What is Segismundo doing at this time?

3. Why is Clarnn a security threat to the kingdom?

4. Who is victorious in the battle for the throne?

5. Who was Clotaldo's long-ago sexual partner?

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