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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mary symbolize in the play?
(a) Innocence.
(b) Evil.
(c) Love.
(d) Betrayal.

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

3. What does Dr. Cardin tell Mary she must stop doing?
(a) Faking heart attacks.
(b) Drinking beer.
(c) Creating such turmoil at the school.
(d) Biting her nails.

4. What does Mary give to Mrs. Mortar?
(a) Muffins.
(b) Candy.
(c) Wildflowers.
(d) Necklace.

5. Who is the other woman who founded the school?
(a) Karen Wilson.
(b) Karen Dobie.
(c) Karen Wright.
(d) Karen Davis.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what month of the year does Act 1 open?

2. Who is Mary's grandmother?

3. What claims does Mary make about school?

4. How does Mrs. Tilford react to Mary's visit?

5. What accusations does Mary make about Karen and Martha?

(see the answer key)

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