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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Part 2 (pages 67 – 82).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Violet tell Barbara that Beverly was disappointed in her in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Because she didn't pursue an acting career.
(b) Because she didn't pursue a medical career.
(c) Because she didn't pursue a law career.
(d) Because she didn't pursue a writing career.

2. From what Native American tribe did Johnna descend?
(a) Cherokee.
(b) Paiute.
(c) Yurok.
(d) Cheyenne.

3. Where has Karen arranged for her wedding to take place in Act 2?
(a) Tulsa.
(b) Hawaii.
(c) Miami.
(d) New York.

4. Where does the sheriff say Beverly's body was found in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) In a river.
(b) In the bay.
(c) In a lake.
(d) In the ocean.

5. Where does Karen say she is going on her honeymoon in Act 2?
(a) London.
(b) Belize.
(c) Hawaii.
(d) Paris.

Short Answer Questions

1. What poet is Violet quoting with the line "Summer psalm become summer wrath" in the beginning of Act 2?

2. Who does Mattie Fae say is moving to New York in Act 2?

3. How long ago was Beverly's book published, according to Barbara in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What is the last thing that Barbara says to Bill before going to sleep in Act 1, Scene 3?

5. What is Charlie watching on television in Act 1, Scene 1?

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