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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. Who told Lenny earlier that his father is going to get a surprise in the morning?
(a) Teddy
(b) Lenny
(c) Joey
(d) Sam

2. On the morning after Teddy and Ruth's arrival, just before Max invites Joey to go out with him for the afternoon, what does Max complain about?
(a) Max complains about the noise last night.
(b) Max complains that he is the only one bringing in any money.
(c) Max says he hates every room in the house.
(d) Max says he is not feeling well.

3. When Joey, Max, and Lenny return home from the gym on the afternoon of the second day, what does Joey do?
(a) Argues with Teddy
(b) Reminds Lenny not to light fires in the fireplace
(c) Goes upstairs
(d) Takes Ruth to the sofa and kisses her

4. How does Joey respond to Max's invitation to spend the afternoon with him?
(a) Joey says he has to repair the roof.
(b) Joey says he has to do an errand for Sam.
(c) Joey says he has to work on his car.
(d) Joey says he has to train.

5. Which two characters have been out working when the play begins but come home before Ruth and Teddy arrive?
(a) Joey and Max
(b) Joey and Sam
(c) Lenny and Sam
(d) Max and Sam

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sam do when Max collapses after verbally abusing Ruth?

2. In his long speech, what does Teddy call the members of his family?

3. What does Ruth want to do by herself shortly after she and Teddy arrive at the family home?

4. What occupation does Lenny tell Ruth he's always imagined for himself?

5. After lunch, Max abruptly turns his attention from reminiscing to Sam. Who does he compare Sam to?

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