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1. How is Ganesh’s mask used at the beginning of the play?

Ganesh’s mask is brought to the lone chair on stage. The Bhagavata sings Ganesh’s praised before the mask is removed from the stage.

2. What does the Bhagavata ask to happen before the performance after he sings Ganesh’s praise?

The Bhagavata asks Vighneshwara to bless the performance.

3. What does the Bhagavata say he thinks perhaps Ganesh’s appearance is to signify?

The Bhagavata says he thinks perhaps Ganesh’s appearance might signify “that the completeness of God is something no mere mortal can comprehend” (1).

4. How does The Bhagavata describe Devadatta at the beginning of the play?

Devadatta is described as the attractive and intelligent son of a Brahmin who has impressed his community with his “poetry and wit” (2).

5. How does The Bhagavata describe Kapila at the beginning of the play?

Kapila is described as a strong, dark, son of an iron-smith whose physical prowess is unmatched.

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