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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does Elwood Dowd consult about a potential dinner with Ethel Chauvenet?
(a) Myrtle Mae Simmons.
(b) Harvey.
(c) Dr. William Chumley.
(d) Veta Simmons.

2. What does Mrs. Greenawalt try to sell Elwood Dowd over the phone?
(a) A subscription.
(b) A vacuum.
(c) A vacation package.
(d) A set of custom knives.

3. How is Elwood Dowd dressed when we first see him?
(a) In a floral shirt and cargo shorts.
(b) In a business suit.
(c) In a hat and raincoat.
(d) In a military officer's dress uniform.

4. What does Elwood Dowd get from behind a book on the bookcase?
(a) An atlas of Europe.
(b) A bottle of arsenic.
(c) A bottle of liquor.
(d) A pair of reading glasses.

5. What is the name of the main character's invisible friend?
(a) Gary.
(b) Garvey.
(c) Harvey.
(d) Larry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Veta Simmons' reaction to Elwood Dowd's "friend"?

2. How does Elwood Dowd deal with his invisible friend?

3. What is Myrtle Mae Simmons' attitude toward Elwood Dowd?

4. Ethel Chauvenet is key in the first scene because ______________________.

5. Myrtle Mae Simmons answers the phone as the first scene begins. Who is calling?

(see the answer key)

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