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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. How is the second hand of the second game won in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) By Fonsia, who receives a perfect hand.
(b) By Fonsia, who knocks to win.
(c) By Weller, who receives a perfect hand.
(d) By Weller, who wins in three rounds.

2. Why does Fonsia think Weller might have gone crazy?
(a) Because he was dressed so badly.
(b) Because he was watching the TV.
(c) Because it appeared he was singing happy birthday to no one in particular.
(d) Because it appeared he was hiding behind the couch.

3. What is Weller's complaint about the family of Gladys Maye?
(a) They're too puritanical.
(b) They're too stingy.
(c) They're too loud.
(d) They're too large.

4. What happened to Fonsia's husband?
(a) Fonsia's husband died in a plane crash.
(b) Fonsia's husband and she divorced.
(c) Fonsia's husband abandoned her.
(d) Fonsia's husband died in World War II.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Fonsia's son live?

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

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

4. How many cards are dealt to the player (non-dealer)?

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

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