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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Pages 15-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Vladimir and Estragon talk about the crucifixion of Jesus and the different views of the four Evangelists who record that event. What is the topic that is described differently between the four Evangelists?
(a) They have conflicting views of the role of the thieves.
(b) The record different people who came to watch.
(c) They disagree about what Jesus was wearing on that day.
(d) They disagree about the weather on the day of the crucifixion.

2. During the first act, Vladimir leaves the stage to go to the bathroom. When Vladimir returns, Estragon tries to start a conversation. He acknowledges that Vladimir is angry and wants the anger to go away. They end up
(a) Leaving.
(b) Embracing.
(c) Fighting.
(d) Laughing.

3. During their initial conversation in the first act, what does Estragon tell Vladimir is unbuttoned?
(a) The buttons on his pocket.
(b) The buttons on his shirt.
(c) The buttons on his fly.
(d) The buttons on his shoes.

4. During the course of the play, Estragon asks Vladimir if he is sure they are waiting in the right spot. In Act I, in response to Estragon's concern, Vladimir reminds him they were told to wait by the
(a) Tree.
(b) Water fountain.
(c) Park.
(d) Bench.

5. What is the fundamental relationship between Pozzo and Lucky?
(a) Pozzo serves Lucky and is dependent on him.
(b) They are good friends.
(c) Lucky serves Pozzo and is dependent on him.
(d) They just met.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the course of the play, Estragon and Vladimir encounter two people who are traveling together, Pozzo and Lucky. It is clear that

2. The two main characters in "Waiting for Godot" are

3. Estragon tells Vladimir that if they try to hang themselves

4. Pozzo controls Lucky with

5. After some time observing Lucky and the relationship he has with Pozzo, at the end of Act I, it is clear that Lucky is

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