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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the setting of the opening scene in Act 2?
(a) The science fair.
(b) The football field.
(c) The hospital.
(d) The Hunsdorfers' home.

2. According to Tillie, the seeds which received the most radiation ...
(a) Grew ten feet in height.
(b) Were killed or yielded dwarf plants.
(c) Appealed the most to the rabbit.
(d) Gave off a foul scent.

3. According to Ruth, who is waiting to see Beatrice at the science fair?
(a) Peter, Mr. Goodman, and Dr. Berg.
(b) Betty, Nanny, and Tillie.
(c) Tillie, Janice Vickery, and Mr. Goodman.
(d) Everybody ... including Miss Hanley.

4. What critical remark does Beatrice make about Ruth prior to the science fair?
(a) She says Ruth's sweater is too tight.
(b) She says Ruth's hair bow is too large.
(c) She says Ruth has a bad complexion.
(d) She says Ruth's lipstick is an ugly color.

5. What is Beatrice's reaction to the medical emergency that takes place at the end of Act 2?
(a) She calls Doctor Berg right away.
(b) She uses chloroform on the patient.
(c) She takes gentle care of the person who is suffering.
(d) She does not want to call the doctor.

6. What does Tillie say to Beatrice when she sees the outfit she is wearing to the science fair?
(a) Mama, please don't embarrass me.
(b) Mama, take off those feathers.
(c) Mama, that's MY dress.
(d) Mama, you look beautiful.

7. After the science fair, which of the following questions does Ruth NOT ask Beatrice?
(a) Are you deaf?
(b) Well, who won?
(c) What's the matter with you?
(d) What did you rip the paper off the windows for?

8. What is Ruth concerned about before Tillie goes on stage?
(a) She is worried that students will make fun of Tillie's appearance.
(b) She is worried that the judges will disqualify Tillie.
(c) She is worried that Tillie will trip and fall.
(d) She is worried that the rabbit will get out of its cage.

9. Per Zindel's stage directions, the spotlight "clings" to which character at the end of Act 2?
(a) Nanny.
(b) Ruth.
(c) Beatrice.
(d) Tillie.

10. What sound is heard during Janice Vickery's presentation at the science fair?
(a) Chimes.
(b) A gong.
(c) Piano music.
(d) A cat's meow.

11. When does Act 2 take place in time sequence following the last scene in Act 1?
(a) Two hours later.
(b) Two weeks later.
(c) Two years later.
(d) Two minutes later.

12. Which character speaks the final line in Act 2?
(a) Ruth.
(b) Beatrice.
(c) Nanny.
(d) Tillie.

13. On what condition does Ruth swear to Tillie that she will keep a certain secret?
(a) On the condition that Tillie takes the bow out of her hair.
(b) On the condition that Tillie changes clothes.
(c) On the condition that Tillie gives Peter to her.
(d) On the condition that Tillie tries a cigarette.

14. What does Ruth try to tell Beatrice after the science fair?
(a) That Tillie won.
(b) That she had a seizure while they were gone.
(c) That Nanny fell down the stairs.
(d) That Papa appeared in a dream.

15. What does Tillie want to do with the rabbit at the end of Act 2?
(a) Give it to Ruth.
(b) Play with it.
(c) Bury it in the backyard.
(d) Take a picture of it.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character stays home to care for Nanny during the science fair?

2. Select the character who makes the following statement: "I can't help it what people call you."

3. What is Ruth's reaction to what she finds in her room in Act 2?

4. Which of the following actions does Beatrice NOT undertake after placing her first phone call in Act 2?

5. Which character breaks down in tears before the science fair?

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