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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Garth defend himself against Trock's accusations?
(a) He reminds Trock who is the leader.
(b) He points out that Romagna is already dead.
(c) He lists all the things he has done for Trock.
(d) He points out that he destroyed the letter.

2. Where is Act 1, Scene 2 set?
(a) In a basement apartment near the bridge.
(b) On the roof of the tenement building.
(c) On the banks of a river under a bridge.
(d) On top of the bridge.

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

4. In Act 1, Scene 2, what item is in need of repair?
(a) The violin.
(b) The front door of the apartment.
(c) The kitchen sink.
(d) The piano.

5. What does Garth confess to Miriamne at the end of Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) He was an accessory to murder during a robbery.
(b) He would rather die than go back to prison.
(c) He is afraid of Trock.
(d) He is ready to leave town.

Short Answer Questions

1. Act 1, Scene 1, what revelation does Trock give Shadow about his personal life?

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

3. Why does Shadow think Trock should be "full of high thought?"

4. What does Piny sell?

5. What does Carr whistle as the crowd disperses in Act 1, Scene 3?

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