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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Beatrice sad after she tells Ruth the story of her recurring nightmares?
(a) She fears that Nanny will pour a pot of boiling water on her head.
(b) She fears she will never get over her fear of rats.
(c) She fears that there is nothing left for her in life.
(d) She fears that Tillie and Ruth will never forgive her.

2. Which of the following phrases best describes Nanny's relationship with Beatrice?
(a) Nanny is a boarder whom Beatrice cares for.
(b) Nanny is Beatrice's mother.
(c) Nanny is Beatrice's mother-in-law.
(d) Nanny is the live-in maid.

3. Which character says that she receives fifty dollars a week?
(a) Nanny.
(b) Ruth.
(c) Tillie.
(d) Beatrice.

4. Beatrice states that Mr. Goodman must think she is running which of the following?
(a) A family farm.
(b) A concentration camp.
(c) A nursing home.
(d) A three-ring circus.

5. Who does Beatrice receive a phone call from in Act 1?
(a) Janice Vickery.
(b) Mr. Goodman.
(c) Nanny.
(d) Ruth.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What sound is heard during Janice Vickery's presentation at the science fair?

3. According to Ruth, who is waiting to see Beatrice at the science fair?

4. What has Beatrice prepared for Tillie's science project?

5. What type of beverage is Beatrice drinking when the final scene in Act 1 begins?

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