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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Bernarda's oldest daughter?
(a) Martirio.
(b) Angustias.
(c) Amelia.
(d) Magdalena.

2. Complete this sentence spoken by Poncia in the play, "On that day I will lock myself up in a room with her and _______ at her for an entire year."
(a) Stare.
(b) Spit.
(c) Glare.
(d) Look.

3. What does Poncia come in with as the women mourners go out in Act 1, Part 2?
(a) Empty glasses.
(b) Platters of food.
(c) An animal.
(d) A bag of money.

4. What does Bernarda tell Poncia to bring out to the men who gave her money?
(a) Water.
(b) Brandy.
(c) Wine.
(d) Vodka.

5. Complete the sentence spoken by Bernarda in the play, "But they forget them when you put a plate of ______ in front of them".
(a) Chickpeas.
(b) Vegetables.
(c) Pasta.
(d) Fruit.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Poncia say is a wonderful singer in Act 1, Part 1?

2. Which of the following do Bernarda and the mourners not make small talk about in Act 1, Part 2?

3. Complete this sentence spoken by Poncia in the play, "In the paternoster his voice went up and up and up like a ________ slowly being filled with water."

4. What words do the two servants use to describe Bernarda before she returns home in Act 1, Part 1?

5. What does Bernarda suggest her daughters can do with their hope chests during their time of mourning?

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