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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of Act 1, Ruth's emotions toward Tillie would be best described as:
(a) Jealousy and anger.
(b) Scorn and disrespect.
(c) Pride and enthusiasm.
(d) Fear and loathing.

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

3. Tillie recites the half-life of which of the following substances?
(a) Ethanol.
(b) Radon-222.
(c) Methanol.
(d) Radium-226.

4. How does Beatrice's recurring nightmare end?
(a) She sees her father and her heart stands still.
(b) She shoots the horses.
(c) She waters a pot of marigolds.
(d) She sees a rat and screams.

5. What kind of model does Tillie present in school?
(a) A model of a vegetable farm.
(b) A model of an atom.
(c) A model of a swimming pool.
(d) A model of a house.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why did Beatrice's father want her to get married?

3. What does Beatrice read about in the newspaper?

4. When one of the characters discusses the idea of opening a tea shop, which of the following desserts is mentioned?

5. Why is Ruth upset with Beatrice at the end of Act 1?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the explanation that Ruth gives Mr. Goodman for her sister's absence from school?

2. Is Beatrice looking forward to attending the science fair at the opening of Act 2?

3. Does it come as a shock to Tillie when Beatrice states that she hates the world? Why?

4. What does Beatrice do to calm Ruth when she is hysterical?

5. What news does Ruth share with Beatrice at the end of Act 1?

6. How does Beatrice treat her daughter, Tillie?

7. Briefly describe Beatrice's recurring nightmare.

8. Does Beatrice respect Nanny? Support your answer with examples.

9. Describe the relationship between Ruth and Beatrice.

10. What is the one thing that Beatrice demands from Ruth, and why?

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