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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which statements does Beatrice NOT make about Tillie?
(a) She hardly says a word.
(b) She is the prettiest girl.
(c) She is half a test tube.
(d) She isn't a pretty girl.

2. Which of the following characters is not at home in Act 2?
(a) Tillie.
(b) Ruth.
(c) Janice Vickery.
(d) Nanny.

3. Why is Ruth upset at first when she sees the flashlight?
(a) It reminds her of the time when a rat was lurking under the staircase.
(b) It reminds her of the time when she heard a man die in her home.
(c) It reminds her of the time when she and Tillie told ghost stories during a camping trip.
(d) It reminds her of the time when the family's electricity was shut off because Beatrice had not paid the bill.

4. Which of the following phrases best characterizes Beatrice's demeanor during the second phone call in Act 2?
(a) Frightened and shy.
(b) Sad and empathetic.
(c) Peaceful and diplomatic.
(d) Manic and cruel.

5. What does Tillie say to Beatrice when she sees the outfit she is wearing to the science fair?
(a) Mama, that's MY dress.
(b) Mama, you look beautiful.
(c) Mama, please don't embarrass me.
(d) Mama, take off those feathers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Beatrice do in the first act to distract Ruth and avoid being upset?

2. Which two species of animals are mentioned in Act 2?

3. What happens to Tillie's pet in Act 2?

4. What does Beatrice say about the teachers and students at Tillie's school?

5. What does Tillie want to do with the rabbit at the end of Act 2?

(see the answer key)

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