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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What role was Damle supposed to play in the mock trial?
(a) The prosecution.
(b) The defense.
(c) A witness.
(d) The judge.

2. What do the characters discuss after deciding who should play the accused?
(a) Jury selection.
(b) Her sentence.
(c) The set arrangements.
(d) Her charge.

3. What is Benare's response when Sukhatme sarcastically compliments her singing?
(a) She sticks her tongue out at him.
(b) She leaves the room.
(c) She stands up.
(d) She claps her hands.

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

5. What does Samant say is missing for the tea?
(a) Sugar.
(b) Milk.
(c) Lemon.
(d) Water.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Kashikar like about having an imaginary case?

2. What is Ponkshe's day job?

3. What do Samant and Benare do to surprise the others in Act one?

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

5. What does Benare say she never buys?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Sukhatme teases Benare about her “husband,” what is her response and why?

2. The others decide that Benare should play the accused and what her charge will be when she out of the room in the restroom. Explain what that means for Benare’s character.

3. The character of “Rawte” is sick with the flu. Explain what his absence means for the other characters in the mock trial.

4. Because Damle missed the last train that would arrive in time for the mock trial, he will not be able to participate in the mock trial. Explain what that means for Benare and the other characters.

5. In the opening scene, Benare is flirting with Samant. Provide specific examples of how Benare lets Samant know she likes him.

6. In the opening scene, Benare is flirting with Samant. Is Samant aware of this or not? Explain.

7. In the opening scene, Benare sings a song in English about a “sweetheart” who “likes my looks” and “wants to marry me.” More than an innocent children’s song, the song may provide insights into Benare’s character and situation. Explain how the song foreshadows what is revealed about Benare later in the play.

8. The Kashikars are late because Kashikar wanted to buy a garland for Mrs. Kashikar’s hair. Explain what that says about the state of their marriage.

9. Samant almost believes that the real President Johnson will be present for the mock trial. Explain what that demonstrates about his character.

10. When Benare states that she often plays games with the children at school, explain how this contradicts her earlier statements about her teaching.

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