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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Joan, being pope:
(a) Is a powerful position to hold.
(b) Is a great way to experience Italy.
(c) Is not as powerful a position as some think.
(d) Is the greatest experience a woman can have.

2. How did Nijo feel when the Emperor died?
(a) Indifference.
(b) Confusion.
(c) Grief.
(d) Joy.

3. Which part of the meal do the women order during Act 1, Part 3?
(a) Appetizers.
(b) Salad.
(c) Dessert.
(d) Main course.

4. What was one of the Emperor's rituals?
(a) Drinking a bottle of saki on Saturdays.
(b) Watching for the moon rise.
(c) Beating his women.
(d) Practicing yoga each morning.

5. Which character is not present in Act 1, Part 1?
(a) Hennie.
(b) Nijo.
(c) Dull Gret.
(d) Marlene.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Walter's secret?

2. What do Nijo and Isabella's main shared experience?

3. What religion is Nijo?

4. Which character's children were taken away and never returned?

5. According to Joan, what is a greater sin than a Pope giving birth?

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