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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What grade does the judge give Carney for his fantasy?
(a) A.
(b) C.
(c) D.
(d) B.

2. What does James refill?
(a) A sugar jar.
(b) A jam pot.
(c) A salt shaker.
(d) A cream jar.

3. What does Epstein say that Eugene is?
(a) A bystander, not a player.
(b) A passenger, not a driver.
(c) A witness, not a participant.
(d) An audience member, not a star.

4. Does Eugene think Carney's punishment is unfair?
(a) Yes, but he tells Toomey that he doesn't.
(b) No, but he won't tell anyone.
(c) Yes, and he tells Toomey so.
(d) No, and he tells Toomey so.

5. What objection does Carney give to his assigned punishment?
(a) He is too tired from the journey.
(b) He has a bad back.
(c) He doesn't want to ruffle his uniform.
(d) He can't do that many exercises.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the setting of Act 1, Scene 1?

2. What does Epstein want to do to the two men who abused him?

3. What does Sergeant Toomey have when he enters the scene?

4. What is notable about Joseph's eating habits?

5. How many young men are on stage at the beginning of Act 1?

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