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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to take away from the power Gross thought he had at the beginning of Act 2, Scene 10?
(a) He backs down from his original intention as a result of Stroll's pressure.
(b) Ballas manipulates him again.
(c) He is forced to accept the responsibility for Ptydepe's failure.
(d) His lack of self confidence overcomes him.

2. What is Savant's primary responsibility as the Ptydepeist?
(a) Reporting anyone who is not using Ptydepe.
(b) Modifying Ptydepe for each department.
(c) Translating all existing memos into Ptydepe.
(d) Making sure Ptydepe is used correctly.

3. Why does Ballas tell Gross that the log book needs to be replaced?
(a) It is lost.
(b) It has been stolen.
(c) It is full.
(d) It has been damaged.

4. In Act 1, Scene 6, what is the one signal of hope that Gross does not see, symbolizing that he has lost all hope in his current situation?
(a) Ballas admits his lack of leadership qualities.
(b) Maria hands him the cigar box.
(c) Helena reprimands Ballas for his actions.
(d) Stroll and Savant admit that Ptydepe is useless.

5. According to Lear, how is the best way to learn Ptydepe?
(a) With an abandonment of English.
(b) By speaking it every day.
(c) With unshakeable faith.
(d) Slowly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Ballas' initial reaction to Gross' news?

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

3. What does Gross carry with him throughout Scene 2?

4. What is Pillar's response when he is asked by Ballas if he knows Ptydepe?

5. What is Gross rumored to be using inappropriately?

(see the answer key)

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