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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. When Weller claims to have a good hand, what is Fonsia's response?
(a) "I hope you win."
(b) "I've got a good one, too."
(c) "May the best woman win."
(d) "Good, it's about time."

2. How many cards are dealt to the player (non-dealer)?
(a) 13.
(b) 10.
(c) 11.
(d) 12.

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

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

5. According to Fonsia in Act 2, Scene 1, she isn't being tough, but is instead what?
(a) Being fair.
(b) Tired.
(c) Not feeling hospitable.
(d) Fed up.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Weller in Act 2, Scene 1, what is the hottest topic of discussion at the Home?

2. According to Weller, the Welfare Department allows people to keep how much money?

3. Who does Weller claim to be talking to when talking to himself in Act 2, Scene 1?

4. After losing the first hand of only their second game, Weller is no longer concerned about what?

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

(see the answer key)

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