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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act II: Pages 24-31.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Bengtsson says that the "lady of the house" (18) sits in what location all day?
(a) The balcony.
(b) The cupboard.
(c) The chaise lounge.
(d) The rocking chair.

2. The event discussed in Act II is called what kind of a supper?
(a) False.
(b) Late.
(c) Ghost.
(d) Silent.

3. What physical aid does the Old Man use to help him get around?
(a) A walker.
(b) A wheelchair.
(c) A cane.
(d) Roller skates.

4. Who hoists "the flag to half-mast" (12) in honor of the Dead Man?
(a) The Lady in Black.
(b) The Old Man.
(c) The Girl.
(d) The Mummy.

5. What distinctive outfit is the Girl wearing when she is first seen by the audience?
(a) A long cape.
(b) A wedding dress.
(c) A men's suit.
(d) A riding habit.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which member of the household is depicted as knowing the most about each inhabitant's secrets and truths?

2. As Johansson wheels the Old Man quickly away from the house at the end of Act I, the Old Man tells the Student not to forget what?

3. When the Student first asks Johansson what the Old Man is "after," (14) what is the Student's initial guess?

4. The Old Man asks the Student whether he is related to a man named Mr. Arkenholtz, who works in what capacity?

5. Which character at the ghost supper announces, "Bring the Mummy in and the party can begin" (28)?

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