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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Tillie makes her announcement at the beginning of the final scene in Act 1, what is Beatrice's response?
(a) "You deserve a great big hug!"
(b) "I always knew Nanny would die in this house."
(c) "Well, I want you to do something around here."
(d) "Nothing compares to a quality education."

2. Beatrice announces that she spent the day taking stock of her life. What does she determine?
(a) "I need to quit drinking and smoking."
(b) "I want to go back to school, earn a degree and buy us a new home."
(c) "I've come up with zero."
(d) "I am so fortunate to have all of you in my life."

3. Why is Ruth upset with Beatrice at the end of Act 1?
(a) She feels that Beatrice's second-hand smoke has already done significant damage to the family members.
(b) She feels that Beatrice should have taken better care of Nanny.
(c) She feels that Beatrice should be proud of Tillie for her accomplishment.
(d) She feels that Beatrice has always favored Tillie.

4. Who talks about opening a tea shop?
(a) Ruth.
(b) Beatrice.
(c) Nanny.
(d) Tillie.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character appears for the first time when Beatrice is reading the newspaper?

2. What is the name of the lipstick that Ruth borrows from Beatrice?

3. When one of the characters discusses the idea of opening a tea shop, which of the following desserts is mentioned?

4. What does Ruth see in the record room at school?

5. Ruth makes an announcement in the final scene of Act 1. What is this announcement?

(see the answer key)

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