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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. Act 2, Scene 1 transpires how long after the end of Act 1?
(a) 1 day after Act 1.
(b) 1 week after Act 1.
(c) 1 month after Act 1.
(d) 4 hours after Act 1.

2. How many cards are dealt to the dealer in the gin game?
(a) 10.
(b) 11.
(c) 9.
(d) 12.

3. How could Weller's statement that 'Gin is a relaxing game,' bear out in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Perfectly in this scene, but none of the later scenes.
(b) Conforming to the action.
(c) In direct contrast to the action.
(d) For Fonsia only.

4. How did Fonsia get over the 'spells' she had after her divorce?
(a) Time.
(b) The demands of raising her family.
(c) Crying fits.
(d) Medication.

5. What is 'reassuring' to Weller?
(a) That Fonsia is getting a big head.
(b) That Fonsia isn't happy about winning.
(c) That Fonsia is carrying high cards.
(d) That Fonsia isn't even trying.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Fonsia, what scared her about her last encounter with Weller?

2. According to Weller, what is the one sin in card playing?

3. What is the minimum number of cards needed for a straight in gin?

4. Where does Fonsia's sister live?

5. How many points does Weller post in the first game in Act 1, Scene 2?

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