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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What dance do Bernie O'Donnell and Maggie compete in?
(a) The waltz.
(b) The Military Two-step.
(c) The polka.
(d) The jitterbug.

2. Why is Michael disappointed in Uncle Jack?
(a) Uncle Jack is unkind to the family.
(b) Uncle Jack ignores Michael.
(c) Uncle Jack shouts all the time.
(d) Uncle Jack doesn't look as Michael had imagined him.

3. Which of the sisters dances alone?
(a) Agnes.
(b) Kate.
(c) Maggie.
(d) Rose.

4. What does Kate bring Chris from town because she is "far too pale?"
(a) Flowers.
(b) Cod-liver oil.
(c) Lipstick.
(d) Quinine.

5. Why does Maggie worry when Michael can't be seen?
(a) He could go to the old well.
(b) He could go to the back hills.
(c) He could go into town.
(d) He could go to the woods.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Kate ask God to forgive her?

2. How long has Uncle Jack been gone?

3. When is La Lughnasa held in the old days?

4. What gift does Danny Bradley give Rose for Christmas?

5. What infuriates Kate about Gerry Evans?

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