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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act One, pp. 5-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Arthur say does not want war?
(a) The French.
(b) The Germans.
(c) The English.
(d) The Russians.

2. Why does Arthur ask Sheila if she is listening?
(a) She is falling asleep.
(b) She is talking to Gerald.
(c) She is getting up to leave the room.
(d) She is admiring her ring.

3. What does Arthur say is impossible?
(a) Pandemic.
(b) War.
(c) Depression.
(d) Peace.

4. Why does Edna exit in the opening scene?
(a) She has to go to the bathroom.
(b) The doorbell rings.
(c) She has been fired.
(d) Sybil dismisses her.

5. Why does Arthur insist Sybil have some port?
(a) It will help her calm down.
(b) Everyone else is drinking it.
(c) It will help her sleep.
(d) It is a special occasion.

Short Answer Questions

1. What other English authors does Arthur reference?

2. Who does Edna say is at the door?

3. Who does Eric say has a “nasty temper sometimes” (8)?

4. To whom does Inspector Goole speak first when he enters?

5. What honor does Arthur say he may receive?

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