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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scenes 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what affliction is Marat always submerged in a bath?
(a) Leprosy.
(b) A fever.
(c) Depression.
(d) Muscle tension.

2. What is Coulmier's official position?
(a) Director of the Asylum.
(b) Ambassador from the Emperor.
(c) Monsignor.
(d) Magistrate.

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

4. How many times does the Herald knock his staff at the beginning of Scene 3?
(a) Twice.
(b) Once.
(c) Four times.
(d) Three times.

5. In what French town is the play's asylum located?
(a) Lille.
(b) Charenton.
(c) Bergerac.
(d) Caen.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who accompanies Marat at his static position at the beginning of the play?

2. What action is Simone performing at the beginning of Scene 3?

3. What do the assembled inmates do in Scene 3?

4. What two omnipresent groups represent the asylum security throughout the play?

5. Who sings to the riled patients at the end of Scene 6?

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