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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the obvious theme in THE CHILDREN'S HOUR?
(a) Betrayal.
(b) Loss.
(c) Hate.
(d) Lesbianism.

2. Why does Joe visit with Mary?
(a) To take her to the theatre.
(b) To convince her to take French.
(c) To talk about her plans for the summer.
(d) To determine the cause of her latest illness.

3. Who emerges as the strongest character at the end of the play?
(a) Dr. Cardin.
(b) Mrs. Mortar.
(c) Karen.
(d) Mrs. Tilford.

4. What is the stereotypical definition of New England mores?
(a) Puritanical.
(b) Conservative.
(c) Loose.
(d) Moderate.

5. What is Dr. Cardin's reaction to Mary's allegations?
(a) He cannot believe them.
(b) He knows they are lies.
(c) He believes everything Mary says.
(d) He has suspected them all along.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Agatha view Mary when she arrives unexpectedly?

2. How does Martha feel now about Mrs. Mortar?

3. Who is the only person the parents talk to before withdrawing their daughters from the school?

4. How can Mary's behavior be characterized?

5. What has happened to Mary's vow?

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