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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As a result of Gross' incorrect answers, what does Lear deny him?
(a) A cigarette.
(b) The memo translation.
(c) His previous position back.
(d) Further classes on Ptydepe.

2. What does Lear acknowledge about Ptydepe?
(a) It is pointless.
(b) It seems complicated.
(c) It was created for the wrong reasons.
(d) It is not structured well.

3. What do Stroll and Savant offer as proof for their theory that Gross "lusts after" Maria?
(a) That Gross has trouble speaking when she is around.
(b) That Gross always gets up when she enters the room.
(c) That Gross has asked her out on a date.
(d) That the Staff Watcher heard Gross call her sweetheart.

4. What does Gross interrupt at the start of Act 1, Scene 5?
(a) A meeting between Lear and Stroll.
(b) A conversation between Lear and Ballas.
(c) Lear's lecture.
(d) A board meeting called by Lear.

5. What do Stroll and Savant remark about Maria?
(a) She is attractive.
(b) She doesn't know Ptydepe yet.
(c) She is lazy.
(d) She is always getting food.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Savant "unable" to offer Gross any coffee?

2. At what state is Ptydepe left in at the end of Act 2, Scene 8?

3. Who does the clerk's questions impress?

4. What is the clerk's name in Scene 2?

5. At the beginning of Act 2, Scene 8, how is Lear's student answering the questions?

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