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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Caro say his father died in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) He was shot.
(b) He was in a car accident.
(c) He committed suicide.
(d) He died from cancer.

2. Pops tells Junior in Act 1, Scene 3 that Moms was his superior in every way except for what exception?
(a) Cleaning.
(b) Cooking.
(c) Helping with homework.
(d) Dishes.

3. When did the original production of Between Riverside and Crazy premiere in New York City?
(a) August, 2015.
(b) July, 2014.
(c) March, 2014.
(d) January, 2016.

4. Lulu insists to Pops in Act 1, Scene 2 that he start taking his medications for what conditions?
(a) Depression and anxiety.
(b) Epilepsy and high blood pressure.
(c) Cancer and high blood pressure.
(d) Glaucoma, diabetes, heart, and blood pressure.

5. How much money did Caro spend on the engagement ring that he purchased?
(a) $20,000.
(b) $30,000.
(c) $25,000.
(d) $40,000.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Pops say he believes cops secretly feel about themselves in Act 1, Scene 3?

2. What is Pops' response when Lulu tells him in Act 1, Scene 2, "I really appreciate you taking me in, Dad" (15)?

3. At what time of day does Act 1, Scene 3 open?

4. How much money does the bartender charge the gorilla for his drink in the joke from Act 1, Scene 3?

5. Who is Oswaldo going to make amends with in Act 1, Scene 1?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the main details of the lawsuit Pops is involved with?

2. What are the circumstances of Pops' dispute with his landlord?

3. How did Caro obtain the money for the engagement ring? How much did it cost?

4. What does Caro insinuate about Junior, Lulu, and Oswaldo in Act 1, Scene 3?

5. How is Lulu's character introduced? What do the stage directions indicate regarding Lulu's appearance?

6. Why is Pops involved with Lubenthal and Lubenthal?

7. What does Pops ask that makes Lulu hurt and angry in Act 1, Scene 2?

8. What is the relationship between Pops and Detective O'Connor?

9. What promise does Pops make to Lulu in Act 1, Scene 2?

10. Why is Pops' dog significant in Act 1, Scene 1?

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