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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scenes 2 and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Charlie drinking in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Cola.
(b) Scotch.
(c) Beer.
(d) Wine.

2. 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 law career.
(c) Because she didn't pursue a medical career.
(d) Because she didn't pursue a writing career.

3. How did Johnna's father die?
(a) He died from cancer.
(b) He was in a plane crash.
(c) He committed suicide.
(d) He had a heart attack.

4. How long ago was Beverly's book published, according to Barbara in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) 40 years ago.
(b) 10 years ago.
(c) 30 years ago.
(d) 20 years ago.

5. What is the last thing that Barbara says to Bill before going to sleep in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) "My father's dead, Bill."
(b) "I'm filing for a divorce, Bill."
(c) "I'm going to take you for everything."
(d) "I'm going home."

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Beverly Weston described as in the stage directions?

2. What is Johnna's last name?

3. To whom did Beverly dedicate the book he wrote?

4. Who does Violet claim was her mother's favorite child in Act 1, Scene 2?

5. For what crime did the sheriff's father go to the penitentiary, according to Mattie Fae in Act 1, Scene 1?

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