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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Julian react when Anton speaks about how glad he will be when the nobleman has gone?
(a) He becomes angry and then tells him to arrange for watchmen to be alert for the nobleman's approach.
(b) He becomes surprised that Anton would not be excited about the nobleman's arrival.
(c) He is saddened by this news that Anton does not want to see the nobleman.
(d) He becomes angry but also agrees with Anton.

2. Of what does Anton assure the Doctor about Sigismund?
(a) He cannot communicate.
(b) He cannot walk.
(c) He cannot run.
(d) He is weak.

3. What does the Doctor say is the same as strong will?
(a) A strong mind.
(b) Strong faith.
(c) Strong arms.
(d) Strong thoughts.

4. Why does the Doctor tear up his suggestions for keeping the Prisoner healthy?
(a) He needs nothing less than to be spiritually reborn and freed as soon as possible.
(b) He does not want to do what the King requests.
(c) He is already being treated well and fed healthy food.
(d) He wants to see the Prisoner suffer.

5. For whom does the Doctor ask?
(a) The King.
(b) The guards.
(c) His son.
(d) His patient.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Julian sends Simon away, what does he discuss with Anton?

2. What does the Doctor tell Julian he has chosen since he became an adult?

3. Specific parallels to _____ story appear throughout the play, making thematic points about the importance of integrity, faith and tensions between spiritual and earthly power.

4. Of what does Pancras remind Olivier?

5. How do the people feel about this news from the King?

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