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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Edward feel about the story Joshua tells him?
(a) He enjoys it greatly.
(b) He thinks its sad.
(c) The story scares him.
(d) He doesn't like it.

2. After Edward is scolded for playing with the doll, why does Ellen burst into tears?
(a) Her boyfriend broke up with her.
(b) She twisted her ankle.
(c) She feels bad for her actions.
(d) Because she is rebuked by Betty.

3. As characters find themselves alone with each other during the second game, what happens?
(a) They have strong dislike for each other.
(b) They confess feelings.
(c) They begin to argue.
(d) They scare the other players.

4. Why does Harry refuse Edward's request in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) He doesnt' like Edward.
(b) He thinks Edward's requests are silly
(c) Edward is old enough to do it on his own.
(d) He has "duties to his empire."

5. During the dispute about Edward's doll, who does Maud slap?
(a) Ellen.
(b) Victoria.
(c) Betty.
(d) Edward.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who admires Clive's life?

2. What is Clive's advice to Harry?

3. When Joshua is rude to Betty, who orders Joshua to obey Betty?

4. What does Clive spill on his pants at the picnic?

5. What does Betty reveal to Clive about Edward, his son?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why would Lin, Victoria and Edward perform a ritual to invoke the ancient female goddess?

2. Why does Martin say it's difficult being married to Victoria?

3. Describe the relationship between Clive and Joshua.

4. What is Harry and Betty's relationship?

5. Martin tries to convince Victoria to take a job in another city. What does this tell the audience about Martin as a person?

6. Ellen reveals to Clive that Edward has been playing with dolls. How does Clive react to this news? Is his reaction surprising?

7. Mrs. Saunders narrowly escapes an attack by the natives. How does this situation make the others in Clive's family feel?

8. When Clive kisses Mrs. Saunders goodbye, Betty attacks her. Why does Betty act this way?

9. Why would Edward not want Clive to hear about the incident with the doll from Ellen?

10. Betty proposes the idea of buying a large house for everyone to live in. What is the purpose of Betty wanting to do this?

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