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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what adjective does Coulmier describe the keepers of the asylum in Scene 2?
(a) Vigilent.
(b) Enlightened.
(c) Optimistic.
(d) Reverent.

2. According to the Herald, what do Marat and Simone share in addition to a vision of France?
(a) Simone's money.
(b) The same parents.
(c) A bed.
(d) A faith in God.

3. What action is Simone performing at the beginning of Scene 3?
(a) Applying Marat's bandage.
(b) Dancing.
(c) Writing a letter.
(d) Crying.

4. Who accompanies Marat at his static position at the beginning of the play?
(a) Corday.
(b) Sade.
(c) Dupperret.
(d) Simone.

5. Which of Dupperet's articles of clothing is mentioned by the Herald in Scene 4?
(a) Waistcoat.
(b) Toupee.
(c) Cullottes.
(d) Shoes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Jacques Roux's former profession?

2. Which of the following characters is not one of the Singers?

3. What is the "lurid star" under which the Herald says Sade came to the asylum?

4. What apologia does Coulmier make in his Scene 2 speech?

5. For what affliction is Marat always submerged in a bath?

(see the answer key)

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