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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scenes 2, 3, and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following describes how the language of the play opens?
(a) Proper English mixed with some slang terms.
(b) A language foreign to theEnglish speaking reader.
(c) Eccentric and sometimes unintelligible language.
(d) Crudely filled with cursing and epithets.

2. Which of the following is an accurate description of the character Pa?
(a) He is king.
(b) He is poor.
(c) He is happy.
(d) He is cowardly.

3. What is Ma Ubu upset with Pa Ubu for?
(a) Refusal to talk to her.
(b) Lack of money.
(c) Crude language.
(d) Lack of ambition.

4. What is the main plot line in Act 1 of this play?
(a) Ambition.
(b) Death.
(c) Unfulfilled dreams.
(d) Anger.

5. What type of event are Ma and Pa hosting?
(a) Educational expo.
(b) Dinner party.
(c) Theater event.
(d) Talent show.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ma think will happen if Pa succeeds with her plan?

2. What does Manure complain about in regards to Pa?

3. Why does Pa want to get rid of all of the guests except Captain Manure?

4. Which of the is a synonym for epithet?

5. What does Pa do first to get rid of all of the guests except the captain?

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