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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. Which chemical was involved in Janice Vickery's experiment?
(a) Chocolate.
(b) Colbalt-60.
(c) Sodium hydroxide.
(d) Gasoline.

4. According to Miss Hanley, Beatrice is:
(a) Always trying to get somewhere, like a great big bird.
(b) Always growing flowers.
(c) Always smoking.
(d) Always trying to make a better life for her girls.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who attends the science fair with Tillie?

2. At the beginning of Act 2, Ruth reveals that she overheard a conversation between two people. Who are these people?

3. What kind of transportation do the girls take to go to the science fair?

4. Per Zindel's stage directions, the spotlight "clings" to which character at the end of Act 2?

5. Why does Beatrice try to convince Tillie to put a bow in her hair?

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