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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Upon learning where Elwood Dowd is, what does Dr. William Chumley do?
(a) He shrugs and gives up.
(b) He invites Veta Simmons to help him get Elwood Dowd.
(c) He sends Wilson to fetch Elwood Dowd.
(d) He goes to get Elwood Dowd on his own.

2. What one word best sums up the type of humor in this scene?
(a) Witty references to pop culture.
(b) All responses are correct.
(c) Slapstick.
(d) Miscommunication.

3. Who does Elwood Dowd say that Harvey would like?
(a) Wilson.
(b) Betty Chumley.
(c) Myrtle Mae Simmons.
(d) Ruth Kelly.

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

5. Who enters, looking disheveled and shaken?
(a) Dr. William Chumley.
(b) Myrtle Mae Simmons.
(c) Elwood Dowd.
(d) Veta Simmons.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Dr. William Chumley suggest that Dr. Lyman Sanderson can use on Veta Simmons for her treatment?

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

3. What is Veta Simmons trying to do at the sanitarium?

4. When Veta Simmons hangs up the phone with Mrs. Greenawalt, what does she declare?

5. What does Elwood Dowd get from behind a book on the bookcase?

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