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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. What does Elwood Dowd tell Ethel Chauvenet when she reacts to his casual conversation with his invisible friend?
(a) That Harvey favors her and will bless her home.
(b) Not to be alarmed.
(c) That all their lives are in danger if Harvey is not appeased.
(d) She better be good or Harvey will get her.

2. How does Elwood Dowd deal with his invisible friend?
(a) Acts very nervous and hopes he'll go away.
(b) Graciously allows him to do all the talking.
(c) Very politely, gesturing for him to enter the room first.
(d) Continually whines about wanting more wishes.

3. What is Myrtle Mae Simmons' attitude toward Elwood Dowd?
(a) She is fearful for his life.
(b) She is embarrassed by him.
(c) She finds him rude and obnoxious.
(d) She loves him very deeply because he is eccentric.

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

5. How does Elwood Dowd speak to Mrs. Greenawalt?
(a) Very rudely.
(b) Very politely.
(c) Very sadly.
(d) Very abstractly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the probable reason why Veta Simmons wants to get in with the town's society crowd?

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

3. What does Mrs. Greenawalt try to sell Elwood Dowd over the phone?

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

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

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