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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 does Gross give Ballas and Pillar?
(a) A money order.
(b) An I.O.U.
(c) Cash.
(d) A check.

2. What does Stroll tell Gross is necessary in order to prevent any further individualism?
(a) The authorization of all future purchases.
(b) The restriction of any worker leaving the office.
(c) The authorization for all Ptydepe translations.
(d) The mandatory number of hours a worker is required to work.

3. What does George, the Staff Watcher, do that upsets Gross and causes him to leave the room?
(a) He begins speaking in Ptydepe.
(b) He reveals his location.
(c) He refuses to give him authorization.
(d) He threatens him with termination.

4. Who does Ballas point out is in control of Ptydepe?
(a) The higher-ups.
(b) Maria.
(c) Helena.
(d) Savant.

5. As explained in the play, what is Ptydepe designed to reduce?
(a) Subordination.
(b) A language barrier between employees.
(c) Clerical errors.
(d) Individuality.

Short Answer Questions

1. In modern times, what is a term used to describe the act of portraying something negative in a positive way?

2. What is the underlying message about Stroll's position?

3. What does Gross tell himself to rationalize his decision in Act 1, Scene 4?

4. Where does Scene 2 take place?

5. One main point in Act 1, Scene 4 is to display that Ballas and the higher-ups are after power for what purpose?

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