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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What stage is Vivian's cancer in?
(a) 4.
(b) 3.
(c) 2.
(d) 1.

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

3. In what class did Vivian write the paper she has to do over?
(a) The Modern Novel.
(b) Contemporary Poetry.
(c) Seventeenth-Century Poetry.
(d) Metaphysical Poetry.

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 be in remission.
(d) Vivian will undergo a battery of tests.

5. What question does Vivian discuss in her opening monologue?
(a) “Does that sound good?”
(b) “How are you feeling today?”
(c) “Do you understand?”
(d) “Do you have any questions?”

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Gardner's translation, what separates life from life everlasting?

2. What does Ashford instruct Vivian to do?

3. Who takes Vivian's medical history in Scene 4?

4. How long did Vivian study with Ashford?

5. What is the problem with the translation Vivian used?

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