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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what month of the year does Act 1 open?
(a) May.
(b) December.
(c) April.
(d) September.

2. How does Dr. Cardin attempt to comfort Martha?
(a) He embraces her.
(b) He pours her a drink.
(c) He puts on classical music.
(d) He takes her to dinner.

3. Who is Karen's fiance?
(a) Dr. Jim Bellevue.
(b) Dr. Joseph Cardoff.
(c) Dr. Joe Cardin.
(d) Dr. James Hall.

4. Why is Mary prone to exaggeration?
(a) To add interest to her boring life.
(b) To write better stories.
(c) To practice her acting skills.
(d) To get attention.

5. In what state does THE CHILDREN'S HOUR take place?
(a) Massachusetts.
(b) California.
(c) Maine.
(d) Montana.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of building houses the school?

2. What is the name of the school in THE CHILDREN'S HOUR?

3. Which girl does Mrs. Mortar chastise for tardiness?

4. What was Mrs. Mortar's former profession?

5. What is the obvious theme in THE CHILDREN'S HOUR?

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