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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Fonsia wins the first gin game by doing what?
(a) By trapping Weller with high cards and knocking.
(b) By picking up Weller's discarded Jack and calling gin.
(c) By calling gin and leaving the hand open, and having nothing to discard.
(d) By being dealt the perfect hand and calling gin immediately.

3. What is Weller's response to Fonsia's winning the last hand of gin in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) To bow to her and without a word, exit the scene.
(b) To go into a rage and overturn the card table.
(c) To throw the score sheet and curse at Fonsia.
(d) To storm from the stage.

4. How many points do Fonsia and Weller play to in their first game?
(a) 200 points.
(b) 150 points.
(c) 50 point.
(d) 100 points.

5. What score does Fonsia win the fourth hand of gin with in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) 91.
(b) 75.
(c) 142.
(d) 33.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Weller begins losing his temper at the game, Fonsia threatens what?

2. How many points does Weller post in the first game in Act 1, Scene 2?

3. What does Weller blame his relationship with his children on?

4. What card games is Fonsia familiar with?

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

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