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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Lenny comes downstairs, what reason does he give for not being able to sleep?
(a) Lenny says there is something ticking that is keeping him awake.
(b) Lenny says he is too worried to sleep.
(c) Lenny says it is too cold in his room.
(d) Lenny says he is having nightmares.

2. When Teddy and Ruth first arrive at the family home, what does Ruth say she is feeling?
(a) Very bored
(b) Very tired
(c) Very excited
(d) Very cold

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

4. After she finishes her water, where does Ruth go?
(a) Outside on the front porch
(b) Into the kitchen
(c) Outside for a walk
(d) Upstairs

5. How long ago did Teddy move out of the family home?
(a) Several days
(b) Several months
(c) A week
(d) Many years

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Max give for Sam having never married?

2. On what subject does Lenny ask Max for advice?

3. How many children does Ruth have?

4. How does Max taunt Joey?

5. What does Max do to Sam when Sam tries to help Max after he collapses?

(see the answer key)

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