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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act One, pp. 16-27.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why does Sheila say she could not feel sorry for Eva Smith?
(a) Eva Smith seemed like she had money.
(b) Eva Smith was very pretty.
(c) Eva Smith “looked as if she could take care of herself” (25).
(d) Eva Smith looked better in the dress than Sheila did.

3. Why does Arthur say he refused Eva Smith and her coworkers’ request for a raise?
(a) Because he has a “duty to keep labor costs down” (17).
(b) Because he couldn't afford it.
(c) Because he never gives raises.
(d) Because they were bad workers.

4. What is the name of the shop that hired Eva Smith?
(a) Harrod's.
(b) Milward's.
(c) Marks & Spencer.
(d) H&M.

5. What does Arthur offer Gerald?
(a) A cigar.
(b) Some whiskey.
(c) A beer.
(d) A cigarette.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sheila think of Arthur’s decision to fire Eva Smith?

2. What does Eric say Sybil and Sheila are doing in the next room?

3. How long does Inspector Goole say Eva Smith was unemployed after Arthur fired her?

4. What does Sheila show Sybil and Eric?

5. What political office has Arthur held?

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