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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Elwood Dowd, approximately?
(a) Fifty-three.
(b) Forty-seven.
(c) Thirty-two.
(d) Twenty-five.

2. With whom does Veta Simmons speak next on the telephone?
(a) Mrs. Greenawalt.
(b) The plumber.
(c) Ethel Chauvenet.
(d) Dr. William Chumley.

3. What is the name of Dr. William Chumley's wife?
(a) Christine Chumley.
(b) Betty Chumley.
(c) Doreen Chumley.
(d) Barbara Chumley.

4. How tall is Harvey, according to Elwood Dowd?
(a) Four feet tall.
(b) Six feet tall.
(c) Ten feet tall.
(d) Eight feet tall.

5. In what room does Elwood Dowd wait when the ladies excuse themselves?
(a) The parlor.
(b) The foyer.
(c) The dining room.
(d) The living room.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Elwood Dowd tell Dr. William Chumley's wife that he's looking for?

2. What are Myrtle Mae Simmons and her mother primarily trying to achieve?

3. Who are discussing the treatment to be given to Veta Simmons?

4. According to Elwood Dowd, what exactly IS his invisible friend?

5. According to the dialogue in this scene between Veta SImmons and Ethel Chauvenet, do the two women see each other often?

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