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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) "Nothing compares to a quality education."
(b) "You deserve a great big hug!"
(c) "I always knew Nanny would die in this house."
(d) "Well, I want you to do something around here."

2. Who is the person screaming upstairs after Beatrice places a phone call in Act 1?
(a) Nanny.
(b) Mr. Goodman.
(c) Ruth.
(d) Miss Torgersen.

3. Tillie's marigold seeds have been exposed to which of the following substances?
(a) Cyanide.
(b) Cobalt-60.
(c) Radon.
(d) Chlorine.

4. What is the subject of the phone call that Beatrice receives in Act 1?
(a) The horses were let out of the stable.
(b) Vegetable sales are slowing down.
(c) Nanny needs to have a medical procedure.
(d) Tillie's absence from school.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the subject of Tillie's speeches in Act 1?

3. Which word does the playwright use to describe Beatrice's tone when speaking to Nanny?

4. Who is Mr. Alexander Brougham?

5. Which of the following animals appeared in a recurring nightmare that Beatrice used to have?

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