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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. Why are the women toasting Marlene?
(a) She has just bought a house.
(b) She has been named managing director at work.
(c) She has just completed her university degree.
(d) She has just become engaged to be married.

5. What did Isabella do after her lover died?
(a) Stayed home for a long time
(b) Became a nun.
(c) Started her own business.
(d) Went traveling.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character thinks that good works are most important?

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

3. What part of Joan's education was missing?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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