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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act Two, pages 25-36.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Benare say she was momentarily serious in Act Two?
(a) Because the others have chosen her to play the accused.
(b) To create the right atmosphere for the court.
(c) Because Damle is absent.
(d) Because she is stunned by her charge.

2. How does Benare react to Ponkshe's testimony in Act Two?
(a) She laughs.
(b) She sticks her tongue out at him.
(c) She goes to the bathroom.
(d) She picks her ear.

3. Why does Benare ask Samant to open a window in Act One?
(a) She feels hot.
(b) She sees something interesing outside the window.
(c) Her stomach hurts.
(d) She wants to leave.

4. What does Benare say is Kashikar's job?
(a) He is a social worker.
(b) He is a lawyer.
(c) He is a teacher.
(d) He is a scientist.

5. What does Sukhatme propose the characters do to pass the time in Act One?
(a) Have an imaginary case.
(b) Play rummy.
(c) Play patience.
(d) Read a book.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Benare lie about, in Act One?

2. In Act Two, how does Karnik define a mother?

3. What role was Damle supposed to play in the mock trial?

4. How do the characters know Damle will not make it to the mock trial?

5. What is Samant carrying in his hands when he enters in Act One?

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