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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. When one of the characters discusses the idea of opening a tea shop, which of the following desserts is mentioned?
(a) Brownies.
(b) Cookies.
(c) Scones.
(d) Cheesecake.

2. What does Ruth say when Beatrice is halfway through telling the story of her recurring nightmare?
(a) "That is the funniest nightmare I've ever heard."
(b) "That is the scariest dream I've ever heard."
(c) "That doesn't sound like a nightmare to me."
(d) "That doesn't sound like a walk in the park."

3. What type of beverage is Beatrice drinking when the final scene in Act 1 begins?
(a) Iced tea.
(b) Lemonade.
(c) Water.
(d) Whiskey.

4. In the final scene at the end of Act 1, what beverage is Nanny drinking?
(a) Water.
(b) Beer.
(c) Lemonade.
(d) Iced tea.

5. What is the subject of Tillie's speeches in Act 1?
(a) Flowers.
(b) Pop music.
(c) Atoms.
(d) Animals.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following statements does Beatrice make about her father?

2. Beatrice makes a phone call in Act 1 to speak with the following person:

3. According to Beatrice, the " manure machine" is what kind of animal?

4. Who is the first character introduced in the play?

5. What is the name of the lipstick that Ruth borrows from Beatrice?

Short Essay Questions

1. Is Beatrice content with her life?

2. What is Beatrice's state when Tillie and Ruth return home from the science fair? How does she react to the news that Tillie has won?

3. What is the history folder, and what information does it contain?

4. What excuse does Beatrice give to Mr. Goodman for keeping Tillie home from school?

5. Does Nanny know what has transpired in the Hunsdorfer home in Act 2? Are there any similarities between Nanny and Beatrice?

6. Why does Beatrice not tell the truth to her daughters about her experiences in high school?

7. Describe the setting of the play in Act 1.

8. What is the one thing that Beatrice demands from Ruth, and why?

9. Why does Beatrice chloroform the rabbit?

10. Describe Beatrice's appearance once she is dressed to attend the science fair.

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