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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What mistake does Fonsia make in the first hand of the first game that spoils the round?
(a) Fonsia lays down a pair without having gin.
(b) Fonsia lays her cards up face first.
(c) Fonsia tells Weller she has all four aces.
(d) Fonsia calls gin without discarding.

2. What best describes the relationship between Weller and his children?
(a) They have a combative relationsip.
(b) They have a 'fiscal' relationship.
(c) They have lost touch with one another.
(d) They have a mistrusting relationship.

3. How many grandchildren does Fonsia have?
(a) 3.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 5.

4. What game is Weller playing at the opening of the play?
(a) Five card draw.
(b) Cribbage.
(c) Solitaire.
(d) Texas hold 'em.

5. How old is Fonsia's son?
(a) 35.
(b) 48.
(c) 42.
(d) 45.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Fonsia's son's name?

2. Fonsia claims that her mother would have killed her for playing cards. Why is that?

3. How many points do Fonsia and Weller play to in their first game?

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

5. What kept Weller from relocating with his family?

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