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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act I: Pages 1-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what mountain is the goddess the Bhagavata urges Hayavadana go see for help with his head?
(a) Kali.
(b) Dharampura.
(c) Chitkaroot.
(d) Karnataka.

2. Which of the heroes is lauded for his physical prowess?
(a) Devadatta.
(b) Nata.
(c) Kapila.
(d) The Bhagavata.

3. Who is exposed behind the curtain when Nata runs back on stage yelling “It’s coming!” (2)?
(a) Kapila.
(b) Devadatta.
(c) Hayavadana.
(d) Ganesha.

4. What does the Bhagavata order Hayavadana to do after he finds him behind the curtain?
(a) Join the performance.
(b) Find a seat in the audience.
(c) Remove his mask.
(d) Leave at once.

5. What mask is placed on the chair in the opening scene of Act I in Hayavadana?
(a) Hayavadana.
(b) Ganesha.
(c) Dharmapura.
(d) The Bhagavata.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is sent to accompany Hayavadana on his journey to the mountain to see the goddess?

2. What is the Prince riding when Hayavanda’s mother sees him?

3. What does the female chorus sing about after the Bhagavata introduces the story?

4. What does Hayavadana say to Nata and the Bhagavata’s first suggestions regarding where to go to rid himself of his head?

5. Where does Nata suggest Hayavadana go to rid himself of his head?

(see the answer key)

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