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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act 2, Scene 2, Fonsia counters that it is Weller who is vindictive. In what way?
(a) For creating the rouse to get her out on the porch.
(b) Because he sued his partners just to get even.
(c) Because he will say anything to get her to play gin.
(d) Because he has no relationship with his children.

2. In Act 2, Scene 1, what threat brings Fonsia to the card table?
(a) The threat of gospel hour.
(b) The threat of rain.
(c) The threat of interacting with the other 'glassy eyed' tenants.
(d) The threat of another magicial performace.

3. According to Weller, how many of his teammates attended Cobb's funeral?
(a) 10.
(b) 3.
(c) 0.
(d) 100.

4. When is lightning used in the final scene of the play?
(a) At times of dramatic physical action.
(b) At the beginning and end.
(c) When Fonsia makes true statements.
(d) At the end of statements made by Weller.

5. At the start of the first hand in Act 1, Scene 2, Fonsia claims gin has what effect on her?
(a) An assuring effect.
(b) A stressful effect.
(c) A motivating effect.
(d) A relaxing effect.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Weller's criticism of the Unitarian group in Act 2, Scene 1?

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

3. What change in appearance has overcome both characters in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What remark does Weller make in Act 2, Scene 2 that Fonsia considers the most insulting remark she has heard in her life?

5. As Weller begins losing his temper, he begins yelling. He also begins doing what?

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