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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following animals appeared in a recurring nightmare that Beatrice used to have?
(a) Rabbits.
(b) Horses.
(c) Rats.
(d) Birds.

2. In Act 2, what message does Beatrice leave when she is unable to reach the person she calls first?
(a) "Tell them Mrs. Hunsdorfer called to recommend that they expel Janice Vickery this instant."
(b) "Tell them Mrs. Hunsdorfer called to ask if they would accept the donation of a rabbit to their science department."
(c) "Tell them Mrs. Hunsdorfer called to thank them for making her wish she was dead."
(d) "Tell them Mrs. Hunsdorfer called to thank them for giving her daughter a reason to smile."

3. Which of the following statements best summarizes the final scene of Act 1?
(a) It is an emotionally charged scene in which Beatrice seems to have a breakthrough, as she realizes the unfair treatment she has been giving her daughter.
(b) It is a humorous scene in which Beatrice rides a horse through the living room while shouting "my life rocks" through a megaphone.
(c) It is an uplifting scene in which Beatrice takes a stand against cigarette smoking and drinking, and she promises her daughters that from now on, she is going to be a better mother.
(d) It is a frightening scene in which Nanny collapses at Beatrice's feet, Ruth has a seizure, and Tillie runs away from home.

4. Beatrice calls Nanny the following:
(a) A model citizen.
(b) A criminal.
(c) A saint.
(d) A zombie.

5. What kind of transportation do the girls take to go to the science fair?
(a) A bus.
(b) A horse.
(c) A taxi.
(d) A limousine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What questionable activity does Beatrice allow Ruth to do?

2. There is a last-minute change in plans before the science fair. What happens?

3. When Tillie makes her announcement at the beginning of the final scene in Act 1, what is Beatrice's response?

4. Why does Beatrice try to convince Tillie to put a bow in her hair?

5. At the beginning of Act 2, Ruth reveals that she overheard a conversation between two people. Who are these people?

(see the answer key)

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