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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Manure say to Pa's suggestion?
(a) That he finds it interesting, but he needs more than being a duke.
(b) That Pa can count on both Manure and his men.
(c) That he must tell the king what Pa is planning.
(d) That Pa doesn't know what he is doing.

2. How does Buggerless respond to the punishment?
(a) He says that he will kill Pa.
(b) He says he doesn't have to listen to his father.
(c) He says that he will do whatever he wants.
(d) He says he'll do as he is told.

3. What is Rosamund concerned about?
(a) Wenceslas' safety.
(b) The king and Buggerless's relationship.
(c) What will happen in the parade.
(d) Her son's well being.

4. Which of the following is the best definition for a satire?
(a) A drama with death and violence.
(b) Comedy without hope.
(c) Comedy with exaggeration and foolishness.
(d) A drama which occurs through a dream.

5. How does Pa feel when he hears what Manure has to say?
(a) Disgusted.
(b) Happy.
(c) Surprised.
(d) Angered.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the main plot line in Act 1 of this play?

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

4. What reason does the person give for wanting the king to change his mind?

5. Why does Ma feel obligated to encourage Pa to seek out his ambitions?

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