The Island, by Athol Fugard Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

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.”

“Farewell, Africa.”

“Farewell, my love.”

“Fuck this.”

2.

Where is Winston hurt after the beating? (from Scene One, Page 195)

In his eye.

He has sprained a shoulder.

He has broken a leg.

In his ear.

3.

What does John use to clean Winston’s wound? (from Scene One, Page 195)

His own urine.

Water from the bucket.

Winston's urine.

Water from the ocean.

4.

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

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).

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

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

5.

What is the most likely reason that John wants Winston to be quiet? (from Scene One, Pages 196 – 203)

He is worried that Winston's shouting will get him (John) killed.

He is worried that Winston is about to blame John for his injuries.

He is worried that Winston’s shouting will get them in trouble.

He wants to be the one to complain to the guard.

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