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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the sheriff's reaction to the news of Hildy leaving the paper?
(a) He changes the subject.
(b) He thinks it is good riddance.
(c) He says that he already knows.
(d) He doesn't believe it.

2. What does Hildy's response to the fire show in Act 1, Part 3, that some view as contradictory to his other behavior in the play so far?
(a) His fascination of disasters.
(b) His desire to help people in need.
(c) His reporter's instinct.
(d) His concern for the other reporters.

3. What does the appearance of Peggy and her mother hint of for Hildy?
(a) The deception he is carrying.
(b) The possible negative aspects of married life.
(c) The other reporters were right.
(d) The possible positive aspects of married life.

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

5. Where does Hildy want Peggy and Mrs. Grant to wait for him?
(a) At the train station.
(b) At the bus stop.
(c) At the police station.
(d) At the paper's office.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was unnoticed by Hildy until he turns to leave at the end of Act 2, Part 1?

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

3. What does Hildy joke about as McCue is leaving in Act 2, Part 1?

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

5. What are the reporters talking about attending in Act 1, Part 1?

(see the answer key)

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