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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Several times during the beginning of the first act, Vladimir keeps taking off and putting back on his
(a) Shoes.
(b) Glasses.
(c) Hat.
(d) Shirt.

2. What does Estragon tell Vladimir happened to him during the night?
(a) He watched the stars all night.
(b) He was beaten.
(c) He found some money and clothes.
(d) He slept soundly and well.

3. What is the fundamental relationship between Pozzo and Lucky?
(a) They are good friends.
(b) They just met.
(c) Pozzo serves Lucky and is dependent on him.
(d) Lucky serves Pozzo and is dependent on him.

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

5. In Act I, Pozzo tells Estragon and Vladimir that if he were waiting for Godot, he would
(a) Sleep until Godot came.
(b) Leave immediately since it was obvious Godot was not coming.
(c) Wait until it was very late at night before he would leave.
(d) Pay someone to stay there and come and get him when Godot arrived.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lucky is clearly working extremely hard carrying packages and serving Pozzo. He is so exhausted that he finally

2. After tormenting Lucky awhile, Pozzo decides to eat. In his belongings he has

3. Act I starts with a meandering conversation between the two main characters who talk about a variety of subjects. They do NOT talk about

4. During the conversation in Act I, after telling Estragon and Vladimir how terrible Lucky is, Pozzo

5. When Estragon pushes Vladimir to tell him the story about the Englishman in the brothel, Vladimir

Short Essay Questions

1. When Pozzo reveals he is blind and is afraid because he can't see, who does he think Estragon and Vladimir might be?

2. How does Estragon reply to Vladimir's statement that he can't go barefoot?

3. Estragon and Vladimir talk about the tree again in Act II and the possibility of hanging themselves. They realize they need rope. What do they consider as a possible solution, and what is the problem with that?

4. Estragon and Vladimir frequently fall asleep throughout the play. Why do you think Beckett uses that as a thread throughout the play.

5. When Estragon complains about Lucky's response to his attempted kindness, Pozzo reminds him about what?

6. Vladimir asks the boy what Mr. Godot does. How does the boy respond?

7. Pozzo and Lucky perform a repetitive behavior that serves to demonstrate the kind of relationship they have. It drives home the point that they are incapable of changing the course of their lives. Lucky's suffering is apparent. Briefly explain what Lucky's part is in the "dance" between them. Pozzo's "servitude" is not as apparent, but it does exist. Explain how Pozzo is just as helpless and frustrated in his relationship with Lucky.

8. What does Estragon decide to do with his boots and why does Vladimir tell him he can't do that?

9. In Act II, while Pozzo is obviously in distress and asking for help, what are Estragon and Vladimir doing? Pozzo keeps calling for help and finally offers what to Estragon and Vladimir?

10. What does Pozzo have for dinner and what do Estragon, Vladimir, and Lucky eat?

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