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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Jim respond to Ann after he first wakes up?
(a) He tells her that he does not want her love.
(b) He tells her that he does not want a divorce.
(c) He tells her that he does not want her money.
(d) He tells her that he does not want his family there.

2. When were Jim and Ann supposed to meet?
(a) On Sunday.
(b) On Tuesday.
(c) On Saturday.
(d) On Monday.

3. In the beginning of the play, what is critical to Jim's condition?
(a) The previous 24 hours.
(b) The next week.
(c) The next 48 hours.
(d) The next 72 hours.

4. What does Mr. Fleming give to Grosberg?
(a) Money.
(b) A pencil.
(c) A bottle.
(d) Cigarettes.

5. What day is it in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Tuesday.
(b) Wednesday.
(c) Saturday.
(d) Friday.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has Ann been at Jim's bedside?

2. Who called Ann earlier in the day?

3. How does Jim respond to the new job interview?

4. When the doctor questions him in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Jim say about his life?

5. As he explains to the doctor, what did Jim not have enough money to buy?

(see the answer key)

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