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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act 1, Part 2, what do some of the reporters think Louie is lacking?
(a) A diamond.
(b) A gun.
(c) A job.
(d) A sense of humor.

2. In Hildy's speech in Act 1, Part 3, what kind of life does he say a reporter has?
(a) An unpredictable life.
(b) A lousy life.
(c) A great life that he will miss.
(d) An exciting life.

3. What do the reporters tease Diamond Louie about in Act 1, Part 2?
(a) His inexpensive suit.
(b) Working at a fruit stand.
(c) Not living up to his name.
(d) His weight.

4. What group does Bensinger tell his paper will cause an uprising after the execution?
(a) The city's socialists.
(b) The communist party.
(c) The town council.
(d) The chamber of commerce.

5. What does Jennie ask the reporters at the end of Act 1, Part 3?
(a) If she is late.
(b) If they are always this messy.
(c) If she should quit the company.
(d) If she can clean up.

Short Answer Questions

1. What technique do the playwrights use to illustrate Hildy's character in Act 1, Part 3?

2. At the beginning of Act 1, Part 4, who is Wilson is talking to on the phone?

3. What comment do the reporters make about Hildy's appearance in Act 1, Part 3?

4. What kind of money does Hildy tell the reporters he will be making at his new job?

5. When does Mollie say she saw Williams in Act 1, Part 4?

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