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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which particular event does Halie blame for Ansel's death?
(a) Bradley.
(b) The church members.
(c) The hotel staff.
(d) Marrying a Catholic.

2. Why does Halie say she didn't want Tilden not to go outside?
(a) She doesn't want him to get wet in the rain.
(b) Father Dewis will pray for him.
(c) Dodge will hide from him.
(d) Bradley will cut his hair.

3. What is the backdrop for this play?
(a) Living room in an Illinois farm house.
(b) The backporch overlooking the garden.
(c) Upstairs where Halie hides during the play.
(d) The backyard where vegetables are picked.

4. What is the first thing noticed about Halie?
(a) She constructs grave stones.
(b) She is in the garden club.
(c) She loves vegetables.
(d) She tries to pretend that her marriage and family are strong.

5. Who did Halie say this about? "I had no idea he would be that much trouble".
(a) Tilden.
(b) Bradley.
(c) Father Dewis.
(d) Dodge.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who usually comes drunk after being out all night? And who does she bring with her?

2. Where did Halie spend most of her time?

3. Where did Bradley go, only to return emotionally broken?

4. What does Tilden continue to bring in from the backyard?

5. Who taunted Halie about " the breeder-man teaching her a thing or two"?

(see the answer key)

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