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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. What does Weller blame his relationship with his children on?
(a) His parents.
(b) His work ethic.
(c) The court system.
(d) His second wife.

2. Weller cheats in the first hand by doing what?
(a) Discarding a point card.
(b) Reshuffling the hand.
(c) Dealing her an extra card.
(d) Looking at Fonsia's cards.

3. According to Fonsia, why does she acquiesce and play a game of gin in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Because the Sunshine Ladies were running late.
(b) Because she didn't want to interact with the Extended Family.
(c) Because it might shut Weller up.
(d) Because Weller would only pester her until she played.

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

5. Why does Weller seek out Fonsia at the beginning of Act 2?
(a) To tell her his watch was found by the police.
(b) To apologize to her.
(c) To check on her condition.
(d) To tell her that her family is there to see her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What illness does Fonsia have that requires constant care?

2. What does Weller decide to call Fonsia?

3. What time of day does Act 2, Scene 1 take place?

4. What is the name of Fonsia's oldest grandchild?

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

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