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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. What is it about the letter that automatically irritates Gross?
(a) It is not addressed to him.
(b) It is written in an unknown language.
(c) It is extremely long.
(d) It is written in a condescending tone.

2. What does Ballas threaten Gross with?
(a) Speaking Ptydepe to Gross permanently.
(b) Causing Gross to lose his job.
(c) Resigning from the company.
(d) Going over his head to get the notice authenticated.

3. What leads to Ballas and Gross switching positions?
(a) A decision from the higher-ups.
(b) Gross' lack of Ptydepe proficiency.
(c) A bet that Gross loses.
(d) The Staff Watcher's report.

4. What is the clerk's name in Scene 2?
(a) Thumb.
(b) Toe.
(c) Pinky.
(d) Knuckle.

5. The character of Lear was given the name as a possible reference to what?
(a) A famous opera.
(b) A philosopher.
(c) A type of look.
(d) A Shakespearean play.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Lear, how is the best way to learn Ptydepe?

2. What does Gross fear if he does not agree to the switch?

3. Who does Ballas point out is in control of Ptydepe?

4. How does Stroll exit in Act 1, Scene 3?

5. What does Gross declare is reduced when people are forbidden to use their natural language?

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