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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Figaro surprise Rosine?
(a) He sings to her.
(b) He climbs in her window.
(c) He suddenly comes in.
(d) He calls her name.

2. How does the Count meet Rosine?
(a) At a party help in Madrid.
(b) At his home.
(c) By chance on a street in Madrid.
(d) By chance at the store.

3. How is a commedia and today's example similar?
(a) Both have dramatic events.
(b) Both have tragic endings.
(c) Both have music.
(d) Both have central characters that generally behave the same way no matter the specifics of the story in which they are involved.

4. Why does Figaro say he feels "Lindor's" passion?
(a) Figaro is in love with Rosine.
(b) "Lindor's" passion is so intense.
(c) Figaro is more passionate than "Lindor."
(d) "Lindor" is not passionate enough.

5. How does Rosine react when Figaro tells her the truth about this man?
(a) She is suprised and nervous.
(b) She is saddened and shocked.
(c) She is flattered, excited, embarrassed and frightened all at the same time.
(d) She feels sorry for him and wants to help him in any way she can.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why can Figaro easily gain access to Bartholo's house?

2. What does Rosine say as she stands at her window?

3. At a performance of this play when it was first written, what expectations would the audience have had?

4. Why does Bartholo send Rosine out?

5. The Count knocks and comes in wearing what?

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