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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Weller's rage, he confirms having what health condition, although he claimed to have no condition in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Psychotic episodes.
(b) Eating issues.
(c) Heart problems.
(d) Diabetes.

2. According to Weller, the Welfare Department allows people to keep how much money?
(a) $2,500.
(b) $2,000.
(c) $3,000.
(d) $1,500.

3. What does Weller refer to as "dumb Gin"?
(a) Collecting royal straights.
(b) Knocking.
(c) Holding face cards too long.
(d) Collecting only straights.

4. According to Fonsia, the staff never offers her 'her' medicine, but instead patronizingly does what?
(a) Offers "Honey's" medicine.
(b) Offers "her" medicine.
(c) Offers "our" medicine.
(d) Offers"yummy" medicine.

5. Upon losing the second game, Weller becomes upset and starts collecting cards. What does he forget to do?
(a) He forgets to count his own hand.
(b) He forgets to enter Fonsia's full score.
(c) He forgets to credit Fonsia her points toward the next game.
(d) He forgets to collect all the cards.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What kept Weller from relocating with his family?

4. What best describes the relationship between Weller and his children?

5. What is the first move of the gin game?

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