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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the beautiful model, Irene, say she is from?
(a) Russia.
(b) America.
(c) Italy.
(d) France.

2. What nationality is Dr. Waldersee?
(a) French.
(b) American.
(c) Russian.
(d) German.

3. What has led to the decrease in tourism, affecting the hotel's business?
(a) The time of year.
(b) The lack of snow.
(c) The threat of a government takeover.
(d) The war.

4. What are the Cherrys enjoying at the beginning of Act 2, Scene1?
(a) Hors d'oeuvres.
(b) Cocktails.
(c) Dinner.
(d) Cigars.

5. What fascinates the men in the hotel about Irene's demeanor?
(a) Her arrogance.
(b) Her self-assurance.
(c) Her shyness.
(d) Her vulnerability.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Weber explains to Irene, what is vulnerable now that the planes have left?

2. When does the play, Idiot's Delight, take place?

3. What does Irene do to change the mood of the hotel guests in the first scene of Act 2?

4. Where are Mr. and Mrs. Cherry from?

5. What causes the train to stop as the play opens?

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