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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. What concern does Shadow have about Trock in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) He fears shouting will land Trock back in prison.
(b) He thinks Trock is losing his mind.
(c) He is concerned about Trock's health.
(d) He fears Trock will shoot him.

2. Why does Trock feel poisoned?
(a) His friends have abandoned him.
(b) His drink tastes odd.
(c) Prison life poisoned him.
(d) Life is too short.

3. What is Garth inspecting when Miriamne arrives?
(a) His piano.
(b) The street scene.
(c) The kitchen sink.
(d) His violin.

4. In Act 1, Scene 1, where are the Two Young Men?
(a) On top of the bridge.
(b) Leaning against the struts of the bridge.
(c) On the roof of the tenement.
(d) Behind the apartment.

5. Who whispers about Miriamne behind her back?
(a) Garth.
(b) Kids at school.
(c) Everyone.
(d) Esdras.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character's nosiness is annoying both Trock and Garth?

2. In what month is Act 1, Scene 1 set?

3. What claim does Garth make about his future in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. Where does Lucia imagine Trock was raised?

5. What time of day does the play open?

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