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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Weller plan to trick Fonsia in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) By discarding a face card.
(b) By switching the card he plans to discard at the last second.
(c) By discarding a card that he needs.
(d) By knocking.

2. In this game of gin, what is 'knocking'?
(a) Knocking allows a player to pick up a discarded card.
(b) Knocking is a rule only the dealer can invoke requiring the player to discard two cards.
(c) Knocking is allowed once a game and is a pass on drawing a card.
(d) Knocking is an alternate way of winning based on who has the fewest unmatched points in their hand.

3. In Act 2, Scene 1, what is Fonsia's response to the name Weller calls her?
(a) Throws her cards at him.
(b) Curses at him.
(c) Storms off.
(d) Slaps him.

4. Who are the Sunshine Ladies?
(a) A gospel group.
(b) The ladies who prepare meals at the Home.
(c) The nurses who hand out medication.
(d) A group that visits the Home.

5. According to Weller, how does Fonsia play the first hand well?
(a) By discarding what he needed.
(b) By knocking.
(c) By discarding her high cards.
(d) By retaining the Kings.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Fonsia get over the 'spells' she had after her divorce?

2. How many cards are dealt to the player (non-dealer)?

3. According to Fonsia in Act 2, Scene 1, she isn't being tough, but is instead what?

4. What compliment does Weller make to Fonsia in Act 2, Scene 1?

5. At the start of the first hand in Act 1, Scene 2, Fonsia claims gin has what effect on her?

(see the answer key)

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