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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what adjective does Coulmier describe the keepers of the asylum in Scene 2?
(a) Enlightened.
(b) Reverent.
(c) Vigilent.
(d) Optimistic.

2. What aspect of Charlotte Corday does the Herald apologize to the audience for mentioning?
(a) Her moral laxness.
(b) Her wealth.
(c) Her madness.
(d) Her attractiveness.

3. What apologia does Coulmier make in his Scene 2 speech?
(a) The space smells of antiseptic.
(b) The play is poorly written.
(c) The actors have never performed before.
(d) The hour is late.

4. Who accompanies Coulmier when he enters the stage?
(a) A priest.
(b) His family.
(c) Sade.
(d) Various nobles.

5. Which of the following characters is not one of the Singers?
(a) Roux.
(b) Polpoch.
(c) Kokol.
(d) Rossignol.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of Dupperet's articles of clothing is mentioned by the Herald in Scene 4?

2. Who does Coulmier thank at the beginning of his speech in Scene 2?

3. Marat never moves from a certain location. What is that location?

4. What mental affliction does the actor playing Marat have?

5. How many years has the Marquis de Sade been living at Charenton at the time of the play?

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