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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Beatrice try to convince Tillie to put a bow in her hair?
(a) She thinks that people will like Tillie for trying to look nice.
(b) She thinks that Tillie looks like a boy without hair accessories.
(c) She thinks that Tillie's hair is out of control without the bow.
(d) She thinks that Tillie needs more style.

2. Ruth compares Beatrice as a teen to Tillie. In what ways were they similar?
(a) Their interest in science.
(b) Their hairstyles.
(c) Their love of pets.
(d) Thier social awkwardness.

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

4. Who wins at the science fair?
(a) Janice Vickery.
(b) Chris Burns.
(c) Tillie.
(d) Mr. Goodman.

5. From what organization did Janice Vickery acquire her experimental specimen?
(a) The town nursing home.
(b) The local zoo.
(c) The A.S.P.C.A.
(d) The local pound.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Beatrice read about in the newspaper?

2. What is one of the "exciting duties" that Beatrice says she would like Tillie to perform?

3. Which of the following statements best summarizes the final scene of Act 1?

4. Tillie recites the half-life of which of the following substances?

5. What excuse does Ruth give for getting out of gym class?

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