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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Ruth's reaction to what she finds in her room in Act 2?
(a) She grabs Tillie and dances with her in the living room.
(b) She jumps for joy and calls Chris Burns.
(c) She has a seizure.
(d) She laughs.

2. Ruth compares Beatrice as a teen to Tillie. In what ways were they similar?
(a) Their hairstyles.
(b) Thier social awkwardness.
(c) Their interest in science.
(d) Their love of pets.

3. What excuse does Ruth give for getting out of gym class?
(a) Her sister needed her.
(b) Her legs hurt.
(c) Her skull was growing.
(d) Her lipstick had rubbed off.

4. Which character makes the following statement: "If you're just a little bit different in this world, they try to kill you off."
(a) Tillie.
(b) Ruth.
(c) Mr. Goodman.
(d) Beatrice.

5. After the Science Fair, Beatrice's demeanor can best be described as:
(a) Jubilant and giddy.
(b) Belligerent and drunk.
(c) Disappointed and shocked.
(d) Enthusiastic and proud.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ruth say when Beatrice is halfway through telling the story of her recurring nightmare?

2. What is the setting of the play in the opening act?

3. What is the substance that Beatrice keeps in a small bottle in a chest of drawers?

4. Of the events below, which one does NOT take place in Act 2?

5. At the end of Act 1, Tillie reacts to Beatrice in what way?

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