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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which chemical was involved in Janice Vickery's experiment?
(a) Sodium hydroxide.
(b) Colbalt-60.
(c) Chocolate.
(d) Gasoline.

2. What was the name of the animal used in Janice's experiment?
(a) Peter.
(b) Spot.
(c) Tabby.
(d) Vern.

3. Which character appears for the first time when Beatrice is reading the newspaper?
(a) Nanny.
(b) Tillie.
(c) Ruth.
(d) Mr. Goodman.

4. What does Ruth bring out of her room after the science fair in Act 2?
(a) The dead rabbit.
(b) Lipstick.
(c) Cigarettes.
(d) Marigolds.

5. These are Janice Vickery's parting words at the conclusion of her presentation at the science fair.
(a) "Today, the Science Fair. Tomorrow, the world!"
(b) "I wish you could see how pathetic you all look from up here!"
(c) "Thank you very much for your attention, and I hope I win!"
(d) "Thank you! Next up is my best friend in the whole world, Tillie!"

Short Answer Questions

1. Per Zindel's stage directions, the spotlight "clings" to which character at the end of Act 2?

2. What does Beatrice say she is going to do to Tillie's pet?

3. What kind of school project is Tillie working on in Act 1?

4. Beatrice takes a dramatic physical action following Dr. Berg's phone call. What is it?

5. Who talks about opening a tea shop?

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