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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What role in the mini-play is Bottom assigned?
(a) Pyramus.
(b) Thisbe.
(c) The Lion.
(d) Moonshine.

2. Why does Demetrius want Lysander to leave Hermia alone?
(a) Demetrius wants Hermia for himself.
(b) Lysander has a bad reputation.
(c) Hermia does not want Lysander.
(d) Lysander's wooing will get Hermia banished.

3. According to the law, what will happen if Hermia refuses to marry the man Egeus wants her to marry?
(a) She will be killed.
(b) She will be put in a nunnery.
(c) She will be banished.
(d) She will be imprisoned.

4. What solution do the actors find to resolve Flute's complaint about his assigned part?
(a) He stands on a stool.
(b) He wears a mask.
(c) They say the lion will be known as a timid lion.
(d) They allow him to improvise.

5. Where do the actors in the mini-play decide to have their second rehearsal?
(a) At Quince's house.
(b) On the street.
(c) On the castle stage.
(d) In the woods.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what city does A Midsummer Night's Dream take place?

2. Who is Helena in love with?

3. Which of the following is NOT a name of one of the actors for the mini-play?

4. Where is the child that Titania has stolen from?

5. Why does Flute say he is unable to play the part he is assigned in the mini-play?

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