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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Ruth makes an announcement in the final scene of Act 1. What is this announcement?
(a) Ruth exclaims that Tillie has been selected as a finalist in the science fair.
(b) Ruth exclaims that Tillie made a huge fool of herself in the school cafeteria.
(c) Ruth exclaims that Nanny has collapsed in her bedroom.
(d) Ruth exclaims that Tillie has been expelled from school.

2. What excuse does Ruth give for getting out of gym class?
(a) Her lipstick had rubbed off.
(b) Her sister needed her.
(c) Her legs hurt.
(d) Her skull was growing.

3. Which character breaks down in tears before the science fair?
(a) Beatrice.
(b) Ruth.
(c) Nanny.
(d) Tillie.

4. What is one of the reasons that Tillie is teased by other students at school, according to Ruth?
(a) Tillie's complete lack of athletic ability.
(b) Tillie's unkempt appearance .
(c) Tillie's poor performance in her vocal solo.
(d) Tillie's shouting match with a classmate.

5. What is Beatrice wearing in her recurring nightmare?
(a) Equestrian clothing.
(b) Overalls.
(c) A swimsuit.
(d) A lovely gown with jewels all over it.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the final scene at the end of Act 1, what beverage is Nanny drinking?

2. What is the "beautiful word" that Tillie speaks of in her opening monologue?

3. How does Beatrice's recurring nightmare end?

4. What is Ruth concerned about before Tillie goes on stage?

5. Tillie's marigold seeds have been exposed to which of the following substances?

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