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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Natalie claims in Act 2, Scene 1 that she deserves to party because her mother is being what?
(a) Depressed.
(b) Crazy.
(c) Electrocuted.
(d) Forgetful.

2. Next to Normal closed on Broadway after how many regular performances?
(a) 421.
(b) 518.
(c) 239.
(d) 733.

3. In what year was Next to Normal nominated for eleven Tony Awards?
(a) 2005.
(b) 2009.
(c) 2000.
(d) 2002.

4. What song does Dan sing in reply to Diana's song in Act 1, Scene 6?
(a) "I Am The One".
(b) "Hey #3".
(c) "How Could I Ever Forget".
(d) "Just Another Day".

5. Who played the character of Natalie in the original Broadway cast of Next to Normal?
(a) Jennifer Damiano.
(b) Rebecca Hodges.
(c) Alice Ripley.
(d) Emma Hunton.

Short Answer Questions

1. What refers to instructions written into the script of a play, indicating stage actions, movements of performers, or production requirements?

2. Who does Diana comment was as "high-spirited" as she is when speaking with her new doctor in Act 1, Scene 8?

3. What refers to the science dealing with the preparation, uses, and especially the effects of drugs?

4. What lightly textured waltz tune does Diana sing in Act 1, Scene 10?

5. Where does Henry visit Natalie in Act 1, Scene 9?

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