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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scenes 5, 6, and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens as Pa leaves the king?
(a) He swears at his wife.
(b) He punches Buggerless.
(c) He shakes hands with the king.
(d) He falls and hurts himself.

2. Which of the following is one of the main themes of this play?
(a) It is through life and relationships that meaning can be drawn.
(b) Excessive natures are poor relationships.
(c) Relationships are the meaning of life.
(d) Life and relationships are chaotic.

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

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

5. What does Pa believe is the cause of the message delivered to him?
(a) The king is going to kill him.
(b) The king has discovered their plot.
(c) That he and ma are going to be killed.
(d) Manure told the king of their discussion.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pa do when no one leaves after he completes the first attempt?

2. How does Ma react to the exchange?

3. What does Pa offer to the captain in exchange for his help?

4. How does Ma feel about her actions and success at convincing Pa to follow her plan?

5. How many sons does the king have?

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