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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act 2, Scene 2, why does Geoffrey say he was with Pfeni at first?
(a) He was frightened.
(b) He was lonely.
(c) He was angry.
(d) He was bitter.

2. What does Gorgeous say Sara has become?
(a) An unfulfilled woman.
(b) A vain woman.
(c) A hard woman.
(d) A pessimistic woman.

3. At the close of Act 2, Scene 2, what do the sisters say they look forward to talking about in the future over tea?
(a) Religion.
(b) Life.
(c) Love.
(d) Their pasts.

4. What do mother and daughter (Tess and Sara) do together at the closing of the play?
(a) They recite Jewish prayers together.
(b) They go to the ktichen to prepare for the Sabbath meal together.
(c) They pack shopping bags together and agree to travel.
(d) They sing together.

5. How does Gorgeous characterize herself?
(a) She says she is "winsome."
(b) She says she is quick-witted.
(c) She says she is "funsy."
(d) She says she is devout.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Merv and Geoffrey do when they first see each other?

2. What compliment does Geoffrey pay to Pfeni during their conversation at the start of Act 2, Scene 2?

3. Why does Sara object to Tom's and Tess's relationship?

4. What does Sara knock over during Act 1, Scene 4?

5. In Act 2, Scene 3, what does Gorgeous remind Pfeni to take on her travels?

(see the answer key)

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