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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The new piece that Burton is writing is a ____________, something with which he is not entirely comfortable.
(a) Love story.
(b) Pop song.
(c) Musical.
(d) War novel.

2. What is the "real" name of Pale that he reveals to Anna though few people actually call him this?
(a) Terrence.
(b) Jimmy.
(c) Ronnie.
(d) Josh.

3. What does Anna point out to Burton as he is talking about his new work, though he is not convinced of his direction?
(a) His nervousness.
(b) His tears.
(c) His excitement.
(d) His fidgeting.

4. Anna is upset that she was not able to give Robbie a proper ____________ in the midst of his family and the secrets.
(a) Goodbye.
(b) Kiss.
(c) Dance.
(d) Poem.

5. What does Larry decide to put on the card instead of any of the typical Christmas symbols?
(a) Candy canes.
(b) Car.
(c) Bird.
(d) Cookies.

Short Answer Questions

1. Burton tells Larry that seeing ______________ in his account helps to soften the blow of Hollywood's actions.

2. Who is at the door when it buzzes at the start of the first scene of this play?

3. Pale says that he did not see __________ at the wake, which is because this person was not invited.

4. Where was the wake Anna attended for Robbie's death with Robbie's family?

5. What is the profession of Burton, a friend of Larry and Anna's during the play?

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