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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ruth try to tell Beatrice after the science fair?
(a) That Nanny fell down the stairs.
(b) That she had a seizure while they were gone.
(c) That Papa appeared in a dream.
(d) That Tillie won.

2. According to Miss Hanley, what is Beatrice's idea of dressing up?
(a) Wearing a business suit.
(b) Wearing a ballgown.
(c) Wearing feathers and dressing as a bird.
(d) Wearing a fur coat.

3. What does Ruth say when Beatrice is halfway through telling the story of her recurring nightmare?
(a) "That is the funniest nightmare I've ever heard."
(b) "That doesn't sound like a walk in the park."
(c) "That doesn't sound like a nightmare to me."
(d) "That is the scariest dream I've ever heard."

4. During the final portion of Tillie's science presentation, what special effect is used?
(a) Her voice is distorted and she sounds like an old woman.
(b) Beatrice's voice is intertwined with Tillie's as the sound of horses trotting can be heard in the background.
(c) The sound of cats meowing is heard over the sound system, followed by the ringing of bells.
(d) Part of her speech is reverberated electronically and deep pulses of music are added as the light focuses on Tillie's face.

5. Which person does Beatrice mention by name during her second phone call in Act 2?
(a) Tillie.
(b) Ruth.
(c) Papa.
(d) Nanny.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following characters is not at home in Act 2?

2. What does Ruth bring out of her room after the science fair in Act 2?

3. Which character is shown sleeping in Act 2?

4. Who makes the following statement: "You know, one day maybe you will be pretty."

5. Which statement does Beatrice make before the science fair?

(see the answer key)

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