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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 Mrs. Mortar say to Martha in retaliation?
(a) Martha is not as smart as Karen.
(b) Martha has inappropriate feelings for Karen.
(c) Martha is not as pretty as Karen.
(d) Martha has always been fat and ugly.

2. How does Dr. Cardin respond to Martha's request that he speak to Mrs. Tilford?
(a) He agrees to do it.
(b) He refuses.
(c) He agrees to think about it.
(d) He resists.

3. What has Dr. Cardin asked Mrs. Mortar to do which irritates her?
(a) Leave the room where Mary is resting.
(b) Make a pot of coffee.
(c) Pick up his laundry.
(d) Vacuum the study room.

4. What claims does Mary make?
(a) She is ill.
(b) She is broke.
(c) She is expelled.
(d) She is homesick.

5. How many acts are in THE CHILDREN'S HOUR?
(a) 2.
(b) 1.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the second person Mrs. Tilford calls to talk about Karen and Martha's behavior?

2. How does Mrs. Tilford initially respond to Mary's accusations?

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

4. Mrs. Tilford's demeanor can be characterized as ______________.

5. Which of the students has made a vow to do something?

(see the answer key)

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