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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene Three .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Winston tell John he will be transferred before his three months are up at Robben Island?
(a) Victor Verster Prison.
(b) St. George’s Prison.
(c) Victor Island.
(d) King Creon’s prison.

2. What does John collect nails for in Scene One?
(a) A weapon.
(b) A wind chime.
(c) A cross.
(d) Antigone’s necklace.

3. Whose does Antigone bury in the play John and Winston are to perform?
(a) Her mother.
(b) Creon.
(c) Eteocles.
(d) Polynices.

4. How long does John say Harry has been locked up?
(a) 7 years.
(b) 15 years.
(c) 70 years.
(d) 17 years.

5. What does John recall Winston said as he jumped off the jetty at Robben Island?
(a) Farewell Africa!
(b) Home sweet home!
(c) Get me out of here!
(d) I am innocent!

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Winston feel when Hodoshe calls for John in Scene Two?

2. After telling his family about prison life, Winston says John will still not be pleased because he needs what?

3. Who is NOT one of the listed authors of The Island?

4. How long ago did John and Winston meet?

5. Who are the two prisoners revealed in the start of Scene One?

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