The Island, by Athol Fugard Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is the most likely reason that Winston seems so upset about John’s impending freedom? (from Scene Three, Pages 217 – 222)

He is afraid that John will have an affair with his wife.

He is afraid that without John’s influence, he will become more like Harry.

He is afraid that to gain his freedom, John told the authorities secrets about him.

He is afraid that without John's companionship, he will lose his interest in the play.

2.

According to the men’s memories, what did Winston say when he arrived at the gates of the prison? (from Scene Two, Pages 211 – 216)

“Welcome to Hell.”

“Fuck this.”

“Farewell, Africa.”

“Farewell, my love.”

3.

Why does John tell Winston to not get too excited about John being released? (from Scene Two, Pages 211 – 216)

John is afraid Winston's excitement will attract the guard's attention.

Winston is becoming increasingly angry.

Winston seems about to have a heart attack from getting too excited.

John thinks it could be a trick.

4.

What is significant about the images and experiences described at the end of the play? (from Scene Four, Pages 224 - 227)

They are essentially the same as the images and experiences described at the beginning of the play.

They are essentially the same as the images and experiences described in the middle of the play.

They show Winston alone at hard labor.

They show John enjoying his early release.

5.

What actions blur the lines between performer and character in the final moments of the presentation of Antigone? (from Scene Four, Pages 224 - 227)

Winston rips off his wig and seems to be speaking at least partly in his own voice, not just the voice of Antigone.

John becomes incapacitated, and Winston ends up speaking both Antigone's lines and Creon's.

John rips off his wig and seems to be speaking at least partly in his own voice, not just the voice of Creon.

Hodoshe speaks up from the audience, and engages in a dialogue with Antigone (Winston).

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