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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does John react when he sees Winston dressed up?
(a) He bows respectfully.
(b) He laughs.
(c) He cries.
(d) He becomes angry.

2. Who is NOT one of the listed authors of The Island?
(a) Athol Fugard.
(b) Winston Ntshona.
(c) John Kani.
(d) Athol Ntshona.

3. How does Winston feel when Hodoshe calls for John in Scene Two?
(a) Annoyed.
(b) Nervous.
(c) He feels like he is getting what he deserves.
(d) Angry.

4. What does Winston put on after John leaves the cell in Scene Two?
(a) King Creon’s costume.
(b) Antigone’s wig.
(c) His pajamas.
(d) John’s socks.

5. What does Winston say in regards to Antigone’s plea in Scene One?
(a) That she was not guilty.
(b) That she was guilty.
(c) That he committed the same crime.
(d) He does not know what her plea is in regards to.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does John use to try to clean Winston’s wound?

2. What does Winston do when he notices that John’s ear is bleeding?

3. Who does The State refer to in the play John and Winston are performing?

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

5. How long ago did John and Winston meet?

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