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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Kelekian wear a mask when he checks on Vivian?
(a) She is in the operating room.
(b) He forgot to take it off when he entered her room.
(c) She is in isolation.
(d) He has a cold.

2. What word does Vivian struggle with as she reads on her birthday?
(a) Vintage.
(b) Crocuses.
(c) Sanguine.
(d) Soporific.

3. What sonnet is Vivian's paper about that must be done over?
(a) Lady Lazarus.
(b) Holy Sonnet Six.
(c) Holy Sonnet Ten.
(d) Holy Sonnet Five.

4. What is Vivian's only defense?
(a) The use of her extensive vocabulary.
(b) Donne.
(c) Demanding the doctors explain things on her level.
(d) The acquisition of vocabulary.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Vivian have to wait for her physical exam?

2. What word does Kelekian use to refer to Vivian's cancer?

3. How long does Vivian say the attention of chemotherapy was flattering?

4. What example does Vivian's father give her to help her understand the definition of the word she struggles with?

5. How long would Scene 6 last if Vivian had written it?

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