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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Michael try to explain to Alan?
(a) His alcohol abuse.
(b) The nature of the party.
(c) His cocaine problem.
(d) An investment tip.

2. What is Michael's attitude about Alan at the end of the evening?
(a) He is angry at him.
(b) He is not concerned.
(c) He is ready to have him committed.
(d) He is going to talk to him tomorrow.

3. It is clear that Cowboy wants to _____________________.
(a) Get drunk.
(b) Stay all night.
(c) Smoke a joint.
(d) Leave early.

4. What does Alan symbolize for the men?
(a) The specter of death.
(b) The need to succeed.
(c) The intrusion of mainstream society.
(d) Living in denial.

5. In what year does the play take place?
(a) 1973.
(b) 1949.
(c) 2007.
(d) 1969.

Short Answer Questions

1. Cowboy's early arrival kills the ______________________.

2. Who is the next man to arrive at the party?

3. Whose birthday are the men celebrating?

4. Harold thanks the men for the party and _______________.

5. What does Michael's apartment symbolize?

(see the answer key)

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