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King Arthur’s Socks, Part 1 — Quiz Answers

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Why does Guenevere say “I’m a widow at present” in the opening of King Arthur's Socks: A Comedy in One Act ?

A
She is referring to her husband’s absence as a result of work.
B
She is suggesting that her domestic chores make her feel old.
C
She is implying that she is interested in a man other than her husband.
D
She is describing the quiet solitude she is experiencing while darning socks.
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Read this excerpt from King Arthur's Socks: A Comedy in One Act . VIVIEN: I never wanted anything badly enough to cry for it before. But I could cry my heart out for him. I've absolutely no pride left. Well—I'm going to have him, that's all. ( She throws her cigarette into the grate, and starts to go. ) What do the stage directions reveal about Vivien?

A
They demonstrate Vivien’s carelessness.
B
They suggest Vivien’s frustration with her friend.
C
They illustrate Vivien’s flaunting of convention.
D
They emphasize Vivien’s adamant decision.
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Read this excerpt from King Arthur's Socks: A Comedy in One Act . VIVIEN: ( enters and lounges against the mantelpiece ) Arthur gone to New York again? What do the stage directions reveal about Vivien?

A
They imply Vivien’s confident assertiveness.
B
They demonstrate Vivien’s unhurried pace.
C
They reveal Vivien’s disdain for luxurious items.
D
They illustrate Vivien’s lack of ambition in life.
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Why does Mary seem frightened of Arthur and say that he always makes her think of her father in King Arthur's Socks: A Comedy in One Act ?

A
He travels often and is a stranger to the house staff.
B
He is a strict man who treats staff harshly.
C
He looks like her father, who treated her cruelly.
D
He is a proper man governed by strict ethics.
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Read this excerpt from King Arthur's Socks: A Comedy in One Act . GUENEVERE: ( looks after her, then drifts over to the mantel, leans against it staring out into space, and then murmurs )—Lancelot! What do the stage directions reveal about Guenevere?

A
Her daydreaming implies that she is a romantic.
B
Her murmuring suggests she is angered by the revelation.
C
Her reflection suggests a personal interest in the matter.
D
Her wandering suggests her desire to intervene.
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Why does Vivien tell Guenevere that she has threatened Lancelot with the idea of marrying “a man back at home” in King Arthur's Socks: A Comedy in One Act ?

A
She wants him to publicly declare his love for her.
B
She believes he should abandon his current artistic project.
C
She insists that he must prioritize her over his work.
D
She demands he must return to Boston in the morning.
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Why does Vivien say that she is “a savage” in King Arthur's Socks: A Comedy in One Act ?

A
She implies that she is skeptical about the institution of marriage.
B
She believes that her behavior challenges stereotypes.
C
She acknowledges her disinterest in domestic chores.
D
She understands that her friend does not condone smoking.
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In King Arthur's Socks: A Comedy in One Act , Vivien says, “Oh, there's lots of things I can do. Cry, for instance.” What does she mean by this?

A
She is grieving because Lancelot rejected her.
B
She is disturbed by her emotions for Lancelot.
C
She plans to manipulate Lancelot.
D
She has a sincere love for Lancelot.
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Read this excerpt from King Arthur's Socks: A Comedy in One Act . GUENEVERE: ( mildly ) Oh, be a savage all you want to. But don't tell me you're going in for this modern free-love stuff, because I won't believe it. You're not that kind of fool, Vivien. ( She darns placidly away. ) What do the stage directions reveal about Guenevere?

A
They demonstrate Guenevere’s domestic focus.
B
They imply Guenevere’s misunderstanding.
C
They illustrate Guenevere’s casual manner.
D
They suggest Guenevere’s aloof attitude.
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Read this excerpt from King Arthur's Socks: A Comedy in One Act . GUENEVERE: ( smiling ) My husband? Are you afraid of him, Mary? What does the stage direction reveal about Guenevere?

A
She considers Arthur to be harmless.
B
She harbors fears about her husband’s behavior.
C
She is intensely curious about Mary’s news.
D
She is being coy to gain Mary’s trust.

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