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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. Just after Teddy comes downstairs on the afternoon of their second day at the house, what do Lenny and Ruth do as Teddy watches?
(a) They light a fire in the fireplace.
(b) They go into the kitchen together.
(c) They look at photos together.
(d) They slow dance and kiss.

2. What does Lenny ask Ruth to do?
(a) Tour the house
(b) Hold his hand
(c) Share her dessert
(d) Go for a walk with him

3. Which character has been on stage all through the first scene of the play?
(a) Lenny
(b) Sam
(c) Joey
(d) Max

4. What complaint does Max have about his sons?
(a) Max says that his sons are both unfriendly.
(b) Max says that his sons always want him to take care of them.
(c) Max says that his sons eat too much.
(d) Max says that his sons have no ambition.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Just before the end of Act Two, Scene 1, What does Teddy give a long speech about?

2. At the end of the first scene, what does Max reveal about MacGregor?

3. After Max criticizes Sam about his contributions to the family, what does Sam suggest that Max do?

4. What does Teddy tell Max about his life with Ruth?

5. Why does Joey protest against the plan for Ruth to become a prostitute?

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