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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Dr. Lyman Sanderson believe about Veta Simmons?
(a) She could be very dangerous.
(b) She is in too much of a hurry to leave.
(c) She is very attractive for an older woman.
(d) She might be an alcoholic.

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

3. Who does Elwood Dowd tell Dr. William Chumley's wife that he's looking for?
(a) Wilson.
(b) Dr. Lyman Sanderson.
(c) Harvey.
(d) Mrs. Greenawalt.

4. What is Veta Simmons trying to do at the sanitarium?
(a) Create a business partnership with Ruth Kelly.
(b) Introduce Myrtle Mae Simmons to Wilson.
(c) Have Elwood Dowd commited for evaluation.
(d) Evaluate the facilities for future fund-raising events.

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

6. What detail about Elwood Dowd does Veta Simmons originally reveal to Dr. Lyman Sanderson?
(a) Elwood Dowd is delirious.
(b) Elwood Dowd is a widower.
(c) Elwood Dowd is a drinker.
(d) Elwood Dowd is too organized.

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

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

9. What is Veta Simmons' reaction whenever Elwood Dowd's invisible friend's name is mentioned?
(a) She refers to her invisible friend by name.
(b) She giggles and goes back to her business.
(c) She sighs and flops down in a chair.
(d) She becomes angry.

10. What does Betty Chumley tell the sanitarium staff about Harvey?
(a) His name and preferences for making friends.
(b) His name, height, and favorite foods.
(c) His name and that he's a Pooka.
(d) His jacket and hat size.

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

12. Who is speaking to Veta Simmons as the scene opens?
(a) Dr. William Chumley.
(b) Wilson.
(c) Dr. Lyman Sanderson.
(d) Ruth Kelly, a nurse at the sanitarium.

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

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

15. What seems to be the main obstacle for Veta Simmons' full acceptance by the town's society folk?
(a) The criminal record of Myrtle Mae Simmons.
(b) The family's lack of money.
(c) Elwood Dowd and his imaginary friend.
(d) The family's home is not up to par.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Throughout the dialogue between Myrtle Mae Simmons and her mother, what do we learn about their attitude towards Elwood Dowd?

4. What is the name of the main character's niece?

5. Does Elwood Dowd order from Mrs. Greenawalt?

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