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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene Two .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the Black prisoners yell to them when their van stopped at a gas station on the way to Robben Island?
(a) Best of luck.
(b) Work hard.
(c) Run away.
(d) Have courage.

2. Who are the two prisoners revealed in the start of Scene One?
(a) John and William.
(b) James and Winston.
(c) John and Winston.
(d) Jack and Warren.

3. Where is John hiding at the start of Scene Two so that he cannot see Winston changing?
(a) In the corner.
(b) Under a blanket.
(c) Behind his hands.
(d) Behind the bucket.

4. How many miles was the drive from Rooihel to the ferry to get them to Robben Island?
(a) 500.
(b) 250.
(c) 5000.
(d) 50.

5. What sound is heard in the background at the start of Scene One?
(a) Doors being locked.
(b) Prisoners banging on cell walls.
(c) Sirens.
(d) The guards yelling.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Winston give for not want to play the part of Antigone?

2. What is the name of the Island on which the play opens?

3. Who does John pretend to call in their cell at night at the end of Scene One?

4. Who is the accused party in the play they are preparing for in Scene One?

5. What does Winston yell out after John stops him from banging on the cell door in Scene One?

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