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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Fonsia's oldest grandchild?
(a) 16.
(b) 18.
(c) 14.
(d) 8.

2. How old is Fonsia's youngest grandchild?
(a) 12.
(b) 18.
(c) 16.
(d) 8.

3. According to Weller, how does Fonsia play the first hand well?
(a) By discarding what he needed.
(b) By discarding her high cards.
(c) By knocking.
(d) By retaining the Kings.

4. Where does Fonsia misplace her card in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) In her lap.
(b) Under the ash tray.
(c) Behind her ear.
(d) In her mouth.

5. Where does Fonsia's son live?
(a) Hollywood.
(b) Ottawa.
(c) Vancouver.
(d) Denver.

Short Answer Questions

1. In this game of gin, what is 'knocking'?

2. What was the name of Fonsia's husband?

3. Fonsia wins the first gin game by doing what?

4. What is the name of Fonsia's oldest grandchild?

5. According to Weller, the Welfare Department allows people to keep how much money?

(see the answer key)

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