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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Mattie Fae drinking in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Scotch.
(b) Wine.
(c) Cola.
(d) Tea.

2. Who does Violet say was the only woman "pretty enough to go without makeup" in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Jean Harlowe.
(b) Marilyn Monroe.
(c) Elizabeth Taylor.
(d) Bette Davis.

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

4. Who does Violet claim was her mother's favorite child in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Mattie Fae.
(b) Violet.
(c) Anna.
(d) Jean.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. By what name does Beverly refer to Johnna's father in the Prologue?

2. When does August: Osage County begin?

3. What is Beverly drinking while he interviews Johnna in the Prologue?

4. How far away does Bill say his and Barbara's daughter is when they are arguing in the end of Act 1, Scene 3?

5. What does Barbara say Sheriff Gilbeau's father did on the day of the prom when they were dating in Act 1, Scene 4?

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