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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 Violet doing when Barbara comes downstairs in the end of Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) Pouring a drink.
(b) Kissing the sheriff.
(c) Knitting a sweater.
(d) Dancing.

2. How does Bill describe Violet when he's arguing with Barbara in the end of Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) "Ugly as a dog."
(b) "Miserable and grieving."
(c) "Pill-popping and vicious."
(d) "Crazy as a loon."

3. Where do Barbara and Bill live?
(a) Miami.
(b) Boulder.
(c) Tulsa.
(d) Chattanooga.

4. What song does Violet play on the stereo when she comes downstairs to Sheriff Gilbeau in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) "Lay Down, Sally."
(b) "Where it Matters."
(c) "Jealous Guy."
(d) "Blackbird."

5. Who is the youngest of Beverly and Violet's children?
(a) Barbara.
(b) Jean.
(c) Ivy.
(d) Karen.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is August: Osage County set?

2. Who consoles Barbara when she collapses in tears after hearing of her father's death in Act 1, Scene 4?

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

4. What is Charlie drinking in Act 1, Scene 1?

5. What room is located at RIGHT on the first floor of the Weston home?

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