Trifles Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many articles did Susan Glaspell write as a reporter that covered the John Hossack murder case?
(a) 15
(b) 35
(c) 10
(d) 26

2. According to the Introduction, during what years did Susan Glaspell work as a reporter for the Des Moines News?
(a) 1888-1895
(b) 1798-1805
(c) 1899-1901
(d) 1880-1882

3. When did Susan Glaspell marry George Cram Cook?
(a) 1919
(b) 1916
(c) 1913
(d) 1885

4. According to the Introduction, what weapon was used to kill John Hossack?
(a) A rope
(b) A knife
(c) A gun
(d) An axe

5. Who played the role of George Henderson in the original production of Trifles?
(a) Andrew Vestile
(b) James Warner
(c) Michael Hulgan
(d) Madison Dirks

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the Introduction, who played the role of Henry Peters in the original production of Trifles?

2. What important theatrical collaboration did Susan Glaspell and George Cram Cook found?

3. For how many months did Susan Glaspell cover the John Hossack murder case?

4. Who was accused of the murder of John Hossack?

5. What character did Susan Glaspell portray in the original production of Trifles?

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