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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Kelekian?
(a) Vivian's oncologist.
(b) Vivian's mentor.
(c) Vivian's supervisor at work.
(d) Vivian's colleague.

2. How does Vivian understand the poem, as explained by Ashford?
(a) A puzzle.
(b) Wit.
(c) Truth.
(d) Uncompromising.

3. What literary device does Vivian reference in her opening monologue?
(a) Imagery.
(b) Exposition.
(c) Irony.
(d) Alliteration.

4. What will happen after the final treatment cycle?
(a) Vivian's tumor will be removed.
(b) Vivian will have to decide the next step.
(c) Vivian will undergo a battery of tests.
(d) Vivian will be in remission.

5. What source does Gardner's translation use for the sonnets?
(a) Reading manuscripts.
(b) Essex manuscripts.
(c) Westmoreland manuscripts.
(d) London manuscripts.

Short Answer Questions

1. What year dates Gardner's source materials?

2. Who did Vivian study Donne under?

3. Why is Vivian's treatment aggressive?

4. How many cycles of treatment will Vivian undergo?

5. In what class did Vivian write the paper she has to do over?

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