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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Mrs. Peters, where is Mrs. Wright’s shawl always hung?
(a) In the cupboard
(b) By the sofa
(c) In the bedroom
(d) Behind the door

2. What do the women decide to take to Mrs. Wright to help pass the time?
(a) Her diary
(b) Her quilting
(c) Her painting
(d) Some cards

3. In what county is the play set?
(a) Clark
(b) Anderson
(c) Dickson
(d) Williams

4. Who is to take clothing and things to Mrs. Wright at the jail?
(a) Bessie
(b) Mrs. Hale
(c) Mr. Hale
(d) Mrs. Peters

5. According to Mr. Hale, who arrives to examine Mr. Wright’s body?
(a) Dr. Peters
(b) Dr. Smith
(c) Dr. Adams
(d) Dr. Lloyd

Short Answer Questions

1. What color dress does Mrs. Hale describe Mrs. Wright having worn when singing in the choir?

2. When speaking with Mrs. Peters, Mrs. Hale claims, “I know how things can be—for” what?

3. What is located under the sink in the opening scene of Trifles?

4. How many years ago does Mrs. Hale say Mrs. Wright sung in the town choir, prior to her marriage?

5. Who claims that she is cold?

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