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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. What does Lenny give Ruth after Teddy goes upstairs?
(a) A glass of water
(b) Dessert
(c) A family photo
(d) Teddy's old books

2. When Max asks Teddy if he wants to cuddle and kiss his father, what does Max tell the rest of the family about Teddy?
(a) Max says that Teddy is going to stay a long time.
(b) Max says that Teddy still loves his father.
(c) Max says that Teddy and Ruth are not actually married.
(d) Max says that Teddy is smart.

3. After Max criticizes Sam about his contributions to the family, what does Sam suggest that Max do?
(a) Sam suggests that Max get over his resentment.
(b) Sam suggests that Max finish washing the dishes.
(c) Sam suggests they wake everyone up.
(d) Sam suggests they all go to a football game.

4. At the end of the first scene, what does Max reveal about MacGregor?
(a) MacGregor lived next door until he died.
(b) MacGregor tried to steal the deed to the house.
(c) MacGregor was Max's football coach.
(d) MacGregor was Max's father.

5. What does Teddy reassure Ruth about?
(a) Their new car
(b) Her appearance
(c) Meeting his family
(d) The thunderstorm

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lenny say Max used to always like doing?

2. What is the nature of the family business?

3. What does Lenny say he did to the old woman instead of helping her?

4. What does Sam brag about?

5. When Lenny comes downstairs, what reason does he give for not being able to sleep?

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