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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Sara and Nick discuss during the party debate in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) The beautiful Sabbath ceremony.
(b) Nick's attraction toward Gorgeous.
(c) The plight of displaced Jews.
(d) The economic reperscussions of the Concert of Europe.

2. Where does Tom work?
(a) In a tea shop.
(b) In a restaurant frequented by members of the revolutionary party.
(c) In a radio equipment store.
(d) In Tess's school.

3. What does Gorgeous say about her current situation in London?
(a) It is very exhilierating.
(b) It is very educational.
(c) It is very tiring.
(d) It is very lonely.

4. When Sara appears at the beginning of Act 2, Scene 1, what do the others do, referring to Merv?
(a) They give her a standing ovation.
(b) They tell her they think it's a poor match.
(c) They pull her aside and ask for details.
(d) They tease her.

5. What does Sara accuse Gorgeous of in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Acting like a child.
(b) Acting like their mother.
(c) Acting like a brat.
(d) Acting like a foolish gossip.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Merv prior to arriving at Sara's house in Act 1, Scene 2?

2. Who clears the dinner table at the opening of Act 1, Scene 4?

3. What does Sara tell Pfeni to do after the ceremony and exchange with Gorgeous?

4. What does Sara say about her and Merv when she enters Act 2, Scene 1?

5. What sort of mother did the sisters Rosensweig appear to have?

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