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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the final scene at the end of Act 1, what beverage is Nanny drinking?
(a) Lemonade.
(b) Beer.
(c) Iced tea.
(d) Water.

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

3. What beverage does Beatrice prepare for Nanny?
(a) Whiskey and water.
(b) A chocolate milkshake.
(c) Coffee with cream.
(d) Hot water and honey.

4. What is Beatrice's reaction to Dr. Berg's phone call?
(a) She is angry and agitated because she does not want to go on stage without appropriate clothes.
(b) She is worried and nervous because Nanny's health is on the decline.
(c) She is delighted and enthusiastic because she cannot wait to show her pride for her daughter.
(d) She is shocked and saddened because she does not know how to solve her daughter's problems.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. As the final scene in Act 1 begins, what does Beatrice drop from the top of the stairs?

2. In the final scene at the end of Act 1, what does Tillie carry in from the front door?

3. Beatrice announces that she spent the day taking stock of her life. What does she determine?

4. Who says that Tillie and Ruth are misfits?

5. What special job does Ruth hold at school?

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