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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. What occupation does Lenny tell Ruth he's always imagined for himself?
(a) Lawyer
(b) Shopkeeper
(c) Teacher
(d) Soldier

2. In the midst of the discussion about whether Ruth will stay or go, what announcement does Sam rush forward with?
(a) Lenny and Joey are going to make Ruth into a prostitute.
(b) MacGregor made love with Jessie in the back of the limousine.
(c) He has already bought tickets for Teddy and Ruth to return home.
(d) He has sold the house.

3. Where does Lenny tell Ruth he thinks Teddy has been?
(a) Sweden
(b) Switzerland
(c) America
(d) Australia

4. What is the relationship between the two characters who are up early at the beginning of Act I, Scene 3?
(a) Uncle and Nephew
(b) Brothers
(c) Father and Son
(d) Husband and wife

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the nature of the family business?

3. What do Lenny and Ruth argue about?

4. Why does Max collapse after he verbally abuses Ruth for the first time?

5. As he sits with his packed suitcases and watches Lenny search the living room, what does Teddy admit?

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