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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Thalia: Comedy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Melpomene: Tragedy," what color are the soldiers' uniforms?
(a) Red.
(b) Brown.
(c) Green.
(d) Black.

2. Which foods does the letter from the friend list as among the items Mrs. Claxton's sister will eat?
(a) Clear chicken broth and bread.
(b) Grapefruit and white bread.
(c) Celery and cucumbers.
(d) Potatoes and rice.

3. In "Thalia: Comedy," what is the purpose of the letter from "a friend"?
(a) To announce the kidnapping of Mrs. Claxton's sister for ransom.
(b) To inform Mrs. Claxton her sister is not well.
(c) To demand money from Mrs. Claxton.
(d) To inform Mrs. Claxton of her sister's death.

4. After she stretches out, what does the anonymous woman in "Melpomene: Tragedy" do?
(a) Reaches forward toward the light.
(b) Falls asleep.
(c) Attempts to speak.
(d) Pulls her coat up to her chin.

5. Why are the woman's lips chafed in "Thalia: Comedy"?
(a) Fever.
(b) Disuse.
(c) The cold.
(d) Dehydration.

Short Answer Questions

1. What year does Mother graduate from college?

2. When is the letter to Mrs. Laura Claxton regarding the address of Mr. Reardon dated?

3. Why does the woman in "Thalia: Comedy" find herself uttering sounds?

4. What does the tutor do when the brother refuses to obey?

5. What language does Mother teach the children in?

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