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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Pat salutes him, sees he has something important to talk about, and tells Meg to do what?
(a) Begin cooking dinner.
(b) Sweep the steps.
(c) Plug her ears.
(d) Leave.

2. How does the story begin?
(a) A narrator appears.
(b) The actors dance an Irish jig.
(c) The actors walk solemnly onto the stage.
(d) Rock and roll music is heard.

3. What does Pat say about the tenants' money?
(a) It is no good.
(b) It is only good when rent is paid in full.
(c) It is good no matter who or what they are.
(d) It does not cover the expenses of the boarding house.

4. How does Pat try to reassure her?
(a) Saying it will be their home again soon.
(b) Saying he knows Monsewer will sell it soon.
(c) Saying she is nothing like the merciless prostitutes and thieves he really meant.
(d) Saying she is a good housekeeper.

5. What takes place suddenly in this story?
(a) Violence.
(b) Gun shots.
(c) Violence, music, and humor.
(d) Music.

Short Answer Questions

1. After a brief argument what does Mulleady do?

2. Mulleady hurries in shouting for what?

3. What does Monsewer think about everyone who lives in the house?

4. What do Pat and Meg say about Monsewer's history?

5. What do Pat and Meg talk briefly about when Monsewer leaves?

(see the answer key)

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