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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Second Scene (p. 303-313).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Astolfo's suggestion to Estrella?
(a) That she should become his mistress.
(b) That they marry.
(c) That she go join a nunnery.
(d) That she is in love with Segismundo.

2. What was Basilio's belief about his son Segismundo?
(a) That he was kidnapped at birth.
(b) That he would be a cruel tryant.
(c) That he died at birth.
(d) That he is not really his son.

3. How does Basilio likely feel about his treatment of Segismundo?
(a) Stupid.
(b) Justified.
(c) Wise.
(d) Guilty.

4. What does Astolfo hope to claim?
(a) The throne to Poland.
(b) The sword of truth.
(c) The reward for killing the dragon.
(d) The Duchy of Westminister.

5. Of whom is Astolfo the son?
(a) Recisunda.
(b) Clotaldo.
(c) Clorilene.
(d) Basilio.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rosaura reveal?

2. What is a possible word to describe the elderly king of Poland's plan about Segismundo.

3. How is Rosaura dressed?

4. What does Rosaura reply to Clotaldo's question about the item in #26?

5. What is the relationship of the answer to question #4 to Astolfo?

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