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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why were Gerardo and Paulina frightened by a visitor in the middle of the night?
(a) They think Gerardo's sister is in the hospital.
(b) They are afraid Paulina's mother is hurt.
(c) It used to mean they might be arrested.
(d) Paulina's father died when he answered the door at night.

2. What does Paulina pretend when Gerardo comes back in the room?
(a) That she is not feeling well.
(b) That Gerardo's sister had called.
(c) That she heard the two men's entire conversation.
(d) That she has been asleep.

3. What does Roberto say he enjoys when his wife and children are away?
(a) Solitude.
(b) Drinking a whole bottle of scotch.
(c) His poker buddies.
(d) Staying up all night watching movies.

4. How does Gerardo respond to the offer of the appointment?
(a) Says he has to consult his wife.
(b) Pressured to accept.
(c) Thrilled.
(d) Worried he won't be able to do a good job.

5. What is the lighting of the stage in this scene?
(a) Darker than the first two scenes.
(b) Lighted with strobe lights.
(c) The stage is completely black.
(d) Very bright.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is it likely Paulina does not want to encounter Roberto?

2. What does Paulina stuff in Roberto's mouth.

3. What does Paulina do with the keys?

4. What happened to the car's jack?

5. What seems probable by Paulina's behavior while listening to the two men?

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