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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 5 Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is on his hands and knees in front of the Prisoner?
(a) The Executioner.
(b) The Bishop.
(c) The General.
(d) A Judge.

2. What is Carmen doing?
(a) Singing.
(b) Writing a letter to her daughter.
(c) Counting the income from the evening's activities.
(d) Crying.

3. Why is it dangerous for people to be out in the streets?
(a) There has been an earthquake.
(b) It is a dark, stormy night.
(c) With all the violence going on.
(d) They neighborhood is filled with gangs.

4. What type of reputation does The Balcony have?
(a) A poor reputation.
(b) A local reputation for providing for fantasies.
(c) A mediocre reputation.
(d) A worldwide reputation of excellence.

5. To whom does the Bishop question about the how and why of his becoming a bishop?
(a) Carmen.
(b) God.
(c) His reflection in the mirror.
(d) Irma.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Irma feel for Carmen?

2. What does the Prisoner call the Executioner, as she pleads with him?

3. When did Carmen feel real beauty?

4. Why does Irma worry about a prostitute's behavior?

5. What role does the Girl play with the General?

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