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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When is lightning used in the final scene of the play?
(a) At the beginning and end.
(b) At times of dramatic physical action.
(c) At the end of statements made by Weller.
(d) When Fonsia makes true statements.

2. Weller suggests what about his business partners in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) That they were unethical.
(b) That they charged more than was right for their consulting.
(c) That they want him back in the business.
(d) That they were trouble.

3. What illness does Fonsia have that requires constant care?
(a) Meningitis.
(b) Lung Cancer.
(c) Diabetes.
(d) Alzheimers.

4. 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 content retiree.
(c) Uses him as an example of a possible suitor.
(d) Uses him as an example of a well-fed tenant.

5. Fonsia wins the first gin game by doing what?
(a) By picking up Weller's discarded Jack and calling gin.
(b) By being dealt the perfect hand and calling gin immediately.
(c) By trapping Weller with high cards and knocking.
(d) By calling gin and leaving the hand open, and having nothing to discard.

Short Answer Questions

1. What ruse does Weller use to get Fonsia to come out and see him on the porch in Act 2, Scene 2?

2. In Weller's rage, he confirms having what health condition, although he claimed to have no condition in Act 1, Scene 1?

3. According to Weller, what are dietitians not known for?

4. As Fonsia loses her temper in Act 2, Scene 2, what changes take place in her language?

5. Where does Fonsia's son live?

(see the answer key)

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