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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many acts are in this play?
(a) 1
(b) 4
(c) 2
(d) 3

2. To what city does Tobias say he will move because it is sunny all the time?
(a) Orlando
(b) San Diego
(c) Tucson
(d) Los Angeles

3. What does Agnes worry about more than she worries about going mad?
(a) Her best friend, Claire
(b) Her sister-in-law, Claire
(c) Her daughter, Claire
(d) Her sister, Claire

4. Why have Edna and Harry come to Agnes and Tobias's house?
(a) They have a gift for them.
(b) They want to take a swim.
(c) They were just passing through the area.
(d) They were frightened by something at home.

5. How old is Tobias?
(a) 20 ish
(b) Late 50s
(c) 30 something
(d) Early 60s

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the format of A DELICATE BALANCE?

2. According to Agnes, if you can entertain the idea of going mad, ________________________________.

3. Who is the main female character?

4. Tobias asks Claire why she does not go back to _______________________.

5. What is Agnes pondering as Act 1 begins?

(see the answer key)

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