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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. What does Marlene order to drink at the restaurant as the play opens?
(a) Wine.
(b) Water.
(c) Soda.
(d) Nothing.

2. What activity did Isabella put her life's energy into?
(a) Caring for horses.
(b) Caring for her exotic garden.
(c) Caring for her children.
(d) Caring for her elderly parents.

3. According to Joan, what is a greater sin than a Pope giving birth?
(a) Making a poor example of female popes.
(b) Having a secret lover.
(c) Aborting a baby.
(d) Never having children at all.

4. Why did Nijo take the course in life she did?
(a) To escape a repressive government.
(b) To see the world's beauties.
(c) To repent for a life of sin.
(d) To deepen her studies.

5. What is the main topic of conversation in Act 1, Part 2?
(a) Having babies.
(b) Careers.
(c) Travel.
(d) Love.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Walter's final test of his wife's love?

2. Which character is not present in Act 1, Part 1?

3. Who was Joan's lover?

4. What part of the meal have the women been served by the end of Act 1, Part 1?

5. What was Walter's secret?

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