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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hermione whisper in Mamillius' ear before Leontes enters?
(a) A secret.
(b) A story.
(c) Who his father is.
(d) That she loves him.

2. Who does Paulina assure that she protects from punishment for allowing her to take the baby out of the prison?
(a) The guard.
(b) Emily.
(c) Hermione.
(d) Emilia.

3. What type of play does Shakespeare list "The Winter's Tale" as?
(a) A drama.
(b) A comedy.
(c) A dramedy.
(d) A romance.

4. The kings that Camillo and Archidamus live under are what?
(a) Known to each other.
(b) Acquaintences.
(c) Enemies.
(d) Friends.

5. What quality does Paulina show towards the queen?
(a) Integrity.
(b) Loyalty.
(c) Spirit.
(d) Honesty.

Short Answer Questions

1. If Hermione is adulterous, what does Antigonus want to do to his daughters?

2. What does Leontes send men to get from the Oracle?

3. What does Paulina think causes the king to see his mistake?

4. Who refuses to allow Paulina to see Hermione?

5. Camillo and Archidamus' kings are long overdue for what?

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