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

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

3. What claims does Mary make about school?
(a) The buildings are falling down.
(b) The food is terrible.
(c) The music lessons have been dropped.
(d) She is mistreated.

4. Which of the following does not describe what Mrs. Mortar is doing?
(a) Listening to a recitation.
(b) Leaning her head back.
(c) Filing her nails.
(d) Sitting in a big chair.

5. What does Dr. Cardin state about Mary's health?
(a) She has a heart murmur.
(b) She has low blood pressure.
(c) She is in perfect health.
(d) She has asthma.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what work of fiction can Mary's actions be compared?

2. What punishment does Karen inflict on Mary?

3. What does Dr. Cardin tell Mary she must stop doing?

4. Who overhears Martha and Mrs. Mortar arguing?

5. Who is Mrs. Tilford's maid?

(see the answer key)

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