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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After the fire alarm rings in Act 1, Part 1, why do the reporters ignore it?
(a) The fire is too far away.
(b) A fire doesn't seem like a good story to them.
(c) They don't hear it.
(d) They are afraid of fires.

2. What comment do the reporters make about Hildy's appearance in Act 1, Part 3?
(a) He is a mess.
(b) He is well dressed and groomed.
(c) He needs a haircut soon.
(d) He isn't wearing a hat.

3. Why does the conversation between the woman and McCue end in Act 1, Part 1?
(a) One of the other reporters pulls the phone out of the wall.
(b) McCue is frustrated and hangs up.
(c) The connection is broken.
(d) She is upset and hangs up.

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

5. What is Woodenshoes being sent to get for the reporters in Act 1, Part 2?
(a) Hamburgers.
(b) Donuts.
(c) A pizza.
(d) Coffee.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Mrs. Schlosser looking for at the beginning of Act 1, Part 2?

2. What pace does the play set during Act 1, Part 1, particularly where the dialogue is concerned?

3. Who did Williams tell he was innocent, according to Woodenshoe?

4. What do the reporters tease Diamond Louie about in Act 1, Part 2?

5. Why does Williams think the Mayor and city are trying to hang him?

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