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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 is Gross symbolically holding when Ballas and Pillar return to his office in Act 1 Scene 4?
(a) A paper weight.
(b) An empty box.
(c) A fire extinguisher.
(d) A Ptydepe Dictionary.

2. What does Helena's constant need for Maria to help her make coffee symbolize?
(a) That she is impatient.
(b) That she has no regard for Maria's time.
(c) That she really likes coffee.
(d) That the people who have power cannot do anything for themselves.

3. What does Gross declare is reduced when people are forbidden to use their natural language?
(a) Their education.
(b) Their sanity.
(c) Their humanity.
(d) Their dignity.

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

5. What style of writing best describes The Memorandum?
(a) Memoir.
(b) Comedy.
(c) Non-Fiction.
(d) Satire.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is causing the declining importance of Ptydepe?

2. Who is the only student Lear is lecturing during Act 2, Scene 8?

3. As explained in the play, what is Ptydepe designed to reduce?

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

5. Who does the clerk's questions impress?

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