The Intrigues of "The Barber of Seville" Act 2

How does Figaro demonstrate his resourcefulness in Act 2?

• By disguising himself to gain entry to Dr. Bartolo's house

• By composing a song on the spot

• By helping Count Almaviva with his disguise

• By stealing a key to the balcony

What is the main reason Count Almaviva disguises himself in Act 2?

• To escape from the police

• To win Rosina's affection without revealing his true identity

• To spy on Figaro

• To trick Dr. Bartolo into revealing his secrets

What is the primary conflict between Count Almaviva and Dr. Bartolo in Act 2?

• A disagreement over a business deal

• Competition for a prestigious award

• Rivalry for Rosina's love

• A legal dispute over property

How does the music in Act 2 contribute to the development of the plot?

• It provides background noise

• It underscores the emotional state of the characters

• It distracts the characters from their plans

• It signals the change in scenes

What profession does Figaro offer when he first enters Dr. Bartolo's house in Act 2?

• A doctor

• A soldier

• A music teacher

• A barber

How does Rosina react when she discovers the true identity of the music teacher (Lindoro)?

• She is angry and feels betrayed

• She is indifferent and dismissive

• She is delighted and agrees to elope

• She is confused and demands an explanation

How does Dr. Bartolo try to prevent Rosina from seeing the music teacher?

• By locking her in her room

• By sending her away to a relative's house

• By pretending to be ill

• By hiring a different music teacher

What does Dr. Bartolo plan to do once he realizes Count Almaviva's intentions?

• Challenge him to a duel

• Have him arrested

• Marry Rosina himself immediately

• Reconcile with the Count

How does Count Almaviva react when he learns about Dr. Bartolo's plan to marry Rosina?

• He challenges Dr. Bartolo to a duel

• He decides to leave town

• He accelerates his own plans to elope with Rosina

• He confronts Rosina about it

How does Count Almaviva avoid all conflict at the end of the production?

• By revealing his true identity

• By bribing everyone

• By challenging Dr. Bartolo to a duel

• By pretending to be a poor student