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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens when Guy finishes singing his audition piece?
(a) He begins laughing uncontrollably.
(b) The director begins shouting at him.
(c) The room falls quiet.
(d) Everyone applauds.

2. Who reads the opening speech during the first rehearsal of The Beggar's Opera?
(a) Rebecca.
(b) Mr. Ames.
(c) Bridget.
(d) Guy.

3. What does the director do after the curtain has fallen in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Tells everyone to go home.
(b) Claps his hands in elation.
(c) Makes a speech.
(d) Calls the cast back to the stage.

4. After Guy's audition, who offers suggestions on how to improve the play?
(a) Bridget.
(b) Mr. Ames
(c) Guy.
(d) Jarvis.

5. When was the play being performed written?
(a) 1922.
(b) 1721.
(c) 1844.
(d) 1728.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the changing lights indicate at the end of the performance?

2. What adjective(s) is used to describe Guy's personality?

3. What is Dafydd's reaction to his own performance during Guy's audition?

4. In the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2, for whom is Guy looking?

5. What is the occupation of the protagonist in the play being performed by the troupe?

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