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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Pages 15-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During a conversation in Act I, Estragon says he is hungry. Vladimir offers him
(a) Chocolate and cookies.
(b) A drink.
(c) A potato.
(d) Turnips and carrots.

2. Vladimir looks for a note about when Godot is to come in
(a) Estragon's pockets.
(b) His shoes.
(c) His pockets.
(d) His hat.

3. During the course of the play, Estragon asks Vladimir if he is sure they are waiting in the right spot. In Act I, in response to Estragon's concern, Vladimir reminds him they were told to wait by the
(a) Water fountain.
(b) Park.
(c) Tree.
(d) Bench.

4. When Estragon pushes Vladimir to tell him the story about the Englishman in the brothel, Vladimir
(a) Tells him a different story.
(b) Tells Estragon the whole story.
(c) Falls asleep.
(d) Refuses to tell the story and leaves the stage.

5. At times throughout the play, both Estragon and Vladimir talk about leaving the place where they are waiting, but they do not. Why not?
(a) The are happy in this place.
(b) They are waiting for Godot.
(c) They are watching all the people walking by.
(d) They are looking for money.

Short Answer Questions

1. The main characters call each other

2. Several times during the beginning of the first act, Vladimir keeps taking off and putting back on his

3. After Pozzo has finished eating, Estragon asks him

4. After Pozzo finishes eating, what does Pozzo ask Lucky?

5. After some time observing Lucky and the relationship he has with Pozzo, at the end of Act I, it is clear that Lucky is

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