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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. What is Weller's reaction to the televangelist?
(a) He prays.
(b) He dismisses him with a wave.
(c) He gives him the finger.
(d) He laughs.

2. How does Weller use Fonsia's son against her in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) To underscore her loneliness.
(b) To underscore her abrasiveness.
(c) To underscore her wealth.
(d) To question her honesty.

3. Fonsia wins a hand of gin that Weller would have won had he knocked. What card is she waiting for that eventually wins her the hand?
(a) A queen.
(b) An ace.
(c) The wild card.
(d) The four of diamonds.

4. What is it in Act 1, Scene 2 that makes Fonsia dizzy?
(a) The hot weather.
(b) Pills.
(c) Lack of sleep.
(d) Her winning streak.

5. What kind of work did Fonsia do before retiring?
(a) Accountant.
(b) Apartment manager.
(c) Secretary.
(d) Teacher.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Weller decide to call Fonsia?

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

3. Weller describes what as being the worst feeling of his life?

4. What entertainment takes place over the last hand of gin?

5. What did Fonsia do with the Ash Street house?

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