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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While Max is questioning Teddy about when he plans to leave, how does Joey interact with Ruth?
(a) He pours her a drink.
(b) He shows her his watch.
(c) He helps her light the fire.
(d) He lies on top of Ruth.

2. What reason does Max give for Sam having never married?
(a) He hates women.
(b) He's too busy having sex in the back seat.
(c) He's never met the right woman.
(d) He can't afford to get married.

3. Who is the only character left on stage at the end of Act I, Scene 2?
(a) Teddy
(b) Max
(c) Ruth
(d) Lenny

4. After questioning Teddy , what does Max say about Ruth?
(a) She should leave.
(b) She is a good cook.
(c) She is a woman of feeling.
(d) She is lucky Teddy married her.

5. How does Ruth respond to what Teddy tells her about the family's plans for her?
(a) She laughs at the idea.
(b) She is angry.
(c) She thanks everyone and says no thank you.
(d) She wonders if she would be too much trouble.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ruth call Lenny?

2. When Teddy and Ruth first arrive at the family home, what does Ruth say she is feeling?

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

4. Who told Lenny earlier that his father is going to get a surprise in the morning?

5. Who suggests that Ruth needs to earn money for herself by becoming a prostitute?

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