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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long ago did Blanche’s husband die in Act I?
(a) 10 years ago
(b) 3 years ago
(c) 6 years ago
(d) 4 years ago

2. Who is the Broadway producer that Nora says came to her dance class in Act I?
(a) Mr. Bradley
(b) Mr. Beckman
(c) Mr. Stephens
(d) Mr. Bradshaw

3. What actress played the role of Blanche in the original cast of Brighton Beach Memoirs?
(a) Jodi Thelon
(b) Gracie Bea Lawrence
(c) Joyce Van Patten
(d) Elizabeth Franz

4. At what time does Nora say she must be at the theater to audition for the Broadway musical in Act I?
(a) 10:00 a.m.
(b) 9:00 a.m.
(c) 11:00 a.m.
(d) 8:00 a.m.

5. Eugene says he believes his father is developing what condition as a result of Blanche’s situation in Act I?
(a) Glaucoma
(b) High blood pressure
(c) Migraine headaches
(d) Seasonal allergies

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the names of Kate’s brothers whom she says drove her mother crazy as they were growing up in Act I?

2. How many big musical numbers are in the Broadway musical that Nora hopes to be in?

3. How long does Kate say she’s lived in this house in Act I?

4. What does Kate say she’s never done before in her life and “why should I start with my own family” in Act I?

5. What actor played the role of Eugene in the original cast of Brighton Beach Memoirs?

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