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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, A Prison Wall.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is at the Old Woman's feet as she waits at the prison wall?
(a) A baby.
(b) A sleeping bag.
(c) A dog.
(d) A basket.

2. How many characters are present on stage at the beginning of Act 1?
(a) 8.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

3. The officers are meant to represent:
(a) Women.
(b) The capital.
(c) Artists.
(d) Poor people.

4. The Sergeant says: "But you're not saying they're without _______!"
(a) Courage.
(b) Sin.
(c) Language.
(d) A heart.

5. Who instituted the new language outlaw?
(a) The Sergeant.
(b) The king.
(c) The capital.
(d) A worker's union.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Young Woman's second complaint?

2. The Young Woman does not speak ________.

3. How many times is the Young Woman asked to state her name?

4. Why is the Officer so irritated at the beginning of Act 1?

5. What is the Young Woman's first complaint?

(see the answer key)

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