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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act One, pages 13-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Rokde say has not arrived yet, in Act One?
(a) Sukhatme.
(b) Ponkshe.
(c) Damle.
(d) Kashikar.

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

3. How does Benare describe herself as a child?
(a) Outspoken.
(b) Very quiet.
(c) Independent.
(d) Witty.

4. Why does Rokde say Rawte is missing, too, in Act One?
(a) He is buying garlands for his wife's hair.
(b) He is teaching late at the university.
(c) He missed the train.
(d) He is sick with flu.

5. How does Benare react to her charge?
(a) She leaves the room.
(b) She laughs.
(c) She is stunned.
(d) She is angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act one, what type of show does Benare say will be staged in the meeting hall that night?

2. What did Benare used to write on the first page of every book she had?

3. What does Benare say, in Act One, about her teaching?

4. What does Samant offer Benare in Act One?

5. What does Sukhatme propose the characters do to pass the time in Act One?

(see the answer key)

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