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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the underworld, to whom do the governing spirits send Andrea to be judged?
(a) Zeus.
(b) Thor.
(c) Perseus.
(d) Pluto.

2. How can the language of the viceroy's soliloquy (really an aside) in Act 1, Scene 3 be described?
(a) Politely understated.
(b) Ravingly mad.
(c) Emotionally extravagant.
(d) Subtly depressing.

3. Where was Andrea slain?
(a) In the forest.
(b) In a battle.
(c) In a cave.
(d) In his castle.

4. What does Alexandro tell the viceroy about Balthazar?
(a) That he is a prisoner.
(b) That is is well-respected.
(c) That he still lives.
(d) That he was given a respectful burial.

5. When the procession in Act 1, Scene 2 passes by the king, to whom does the king demand a reward be given?
(a) Andrea and Lorenzo.
(b) Lorenzo and Balthazar.
(c) Horatio and Balthazar.
(d) All the soldiers.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does the viceroy not lament during his aside to his two courtiers?

2. Who is Horatio's father?

3. Which title does Balthazar hold?

4. How long does the king say Balthazar will be kept prisoner in Act 1, Scene 2?

5. Who is the god of the dead?

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