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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following statements best summarizes the final scene of Act 1?
(a) It is an emotionally charged scene in which Beatrice seems to have a breakthrough, as she realizes the unfair treatment she has been giving her daughter.
(b) It is a humorous scene in which Beatrice rides a horse through the living room while shouting "my life rocks" through a megaphone.
(c) It is an uplifting scene in which Beatrice takes a stand against cigarette smoking and drinking, and she promises her daughters that from now on, she is going to be a better mother.
(d) It is a frightening scene in which Nanny collapses at Beatrice's feet, Ruth has a seizure, and Tillie runs away from home.

2. Beatrice takes a dramatic physical action following Dr. Berg's phone call. What is it?
(a) She throws her cigarettes into the trash.
(b) She jumps onto the dining table and does a cheer.
(c) She jumps on a horse and rides into town.
(d) She flings her glass on the floor.

3. What is the "beautiful word" that Tillie speaks of in her opening monologue?
(a) Atom.
(b) Rabbit.
(c) Marigold.
(d) Cobalt.

4. This character states: "You're looking at the original half-life!"
(a) Tillie.
(b) Ruth.
(c) Beatrice.
(d) Nanny.

5. Who is Mr. Alexander Brougham?
(a) A man who lived with Beatrice and had worms in his legs.
(b) A scientist who invented growth hormones for marigolds.
(c) A horse jockey who died in an accident on the track.
(d) A teacher who inspired Tillie to study horticulture.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Beatrice's reaction to Dr. Berg's phone call?

2. Who is the "goody-goody girl" according to Beatrice?

3. Beatrice is busy doing which of the following activities when the final scene in Act 1 begins?

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

5. Which of the following statements does Beatrice make about her father?

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