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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 the family of Gladys Maye do to Weller that annoys him?
(a) Uses him an example of a possible 'play mate.'
(b) Uses him as an example of a possible suitor.
(c) Uses him as an example of a content retiree.
(d) Uses him as an example of a well-fed tenant.

2. What scoring system does Weller employ in scoring gin?
(a) The English basis.
(b) The Kansis Style.
(c) The Omaha method.
(d) The Hollywood basis.

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

4. In Act 2, Scene 1, according to Fonsia, every second breath of Weller's has to be what?
(a) Forced.
(b) Short.
(c) An insult.
(d) A curse.

5. What is Fonsia's last name?
(a) Darington.
(b) Marvin.
(c) Johnson.
(d) Dorsey.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Weller's response to Fonsia's winning the last hand of gin in Act 1, Scene 2?

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

3. Fonsia has how many siblings?

4. What card games is Fonsia familiar with?

5. What force does Weller decide is at hand in Fonsia's winning streak in Act 2, Scene 1?

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