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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. Which character seems to travel the most?
(a) Hennie.
(b) Marlene.
(c) Isabella.
(d) Pope Joan.

2. What part of the meal have the women been served by the end of Act 1, Part 1?
(a) Dessert.
(b) The main course.
(c) Soup.
(d) Appetizers.

3. Why did Griselda accept Walter's tests of her love?
(a) She was afraid he would beat her.
(b) She knew the outcome beforehand.
(c) She was raised to obey her husband.
(d) She enjoyed a challenge.

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

5. According to Marlene, how often does she, herself, do good works?
(a) Never.
(b) Only when someone deserves help.
(c) Very often.
(d) Sometimes.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Nijo relate to Gret?

2. How do the dinner guests react to Joan's story?

3. Who asks Joan to finish her story about giving birth?

4. Where does Act 1, Part 1 take place?

5. Why are the women toasting Marlene?

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