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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Booth say he does not understand about Lincoln near the end of Scene 2?
(a) Why he doesn't have more money.
(b) Why he would want to keep his job.
(c) Why he is single.
(d) Why he is so lazy.

2. How much does Lincoln ask for when a person asks for his autograph in Scene 1?
(a) $20.
(b) $5.
(c) $10.
(d) $1.

3. Where does Scene 2 take place?
(a) On the street.
(b) In a bar.
(c) In the brothers' room.
(d) In a restaurant.

4. What business does Booth propose he and Lincoln go into in Scene 1?
(a) Card hustling.
(b) Salesmen.
(c) Street vendors.
(d) Restaurants.

5. What kind of game is Booth playing in Scene 1?
(a) Bridge.
(b) Three-card monte.
(c) Gin rummy.
(d) Gin.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Booth react when Lincoln rejects his proposal in Scene 1?

2. What was the man whose death is mentioned at the end of Scene 2 doing when he died?

3. How does Lincoln respond to Booth's proposal in Scene 1?

4. What does Booth say he wishes to be called at the end of Scene 1?

5. Who is the author of the play Topdog/underdog?

(see the answer key)

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