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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. In Act 2, Scene 1, Fonsia criticizes Weller for what?
(a) Having a sarcastic streak and a horrible temper.
(b) Having a bad temper and a chauvinist streak.
(c) Having a horrible temper and being a racist.
(d) Having a sarcastic streak and a chauvinist attitude.

2. What is Weller's reaction of gin being called in the final hand in the play?
(a) He flips over the table.
(b) He dances like a mad man in the rain.
(c) He throws the deck of cards at Fonsia.
(d) He strikes out at Fonsia's chair with his cane.

3. What is Weller's criticism of the Unitarian group in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) They want to criticize everything.
(b) They want to psychoanalyze everything.
(c) They want to improve everything.
(d) They want to steal everything.

4. What exclamation by Fonsia does Act 2, Scene 1 end with?
(a) "Gin! Gin! Gin!"
(b) "Gin, Goddamnit. Gin!"
(c) "Gin you Jerk!"
(d) "Gin. Goodnight!"

5. Why does Weller seek out Fonsia at the beginning of Act 2?
(a) To tell her his watch was found by the police.
(b) To tell her that her family is there to see her.
(c) To apologize to her.
(d) To check on her condition.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many kids does Weller have?

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

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

4. How large are the rooms at the home, according to Fonsia?

5. In Act 2, Scene 2, how does Fonsia drive home the example of Weller always having to be 'the victim of bad luck,' as opposed to accepting his mistakes?

(see the answer key)

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