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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. In what year was Next to Normal nominated for eleven Tony Awards?
(a) 2005.
(b) 2000.
(c) 2009.
(d) 2002.

2. Who suggests that what Diana is doing is a good idea and that she is brave in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) Dan.
(b) Gabe.
(c) Dr. Madden.
(d) Dr. Fine.

3. What word refers to anything, as an act or event, that serves as a stimulus and initiates or precipitates a reaction or series of reactions?
(a) Trigger.
(b) Convolution.
(c) Truth.
(d) Conflict.

4. What is the name of the protagonist's son who died in the musical?
(a) Henry.
(b) Rodney.
(c) Dan.
(d) Gabe.

5. What is the title of the song sung by Natalie in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) "Everything Else".
(b) "Just Another Day".
(c) "I Dreamed a Dance".
(d) "I'm Alive".

Short Answer Questions

1. Next to Normal closed on Broadway after how many regular performances?

2. Diana reveals what to Dan in Act 1, Scene 6?

3. What does Diana make a huge pile of before collapsing on the floor in Act 1, Scene 1?

4. What style of music does Henry play in Act 1, Scene 3, as Natalie listens?

5. Who is the protagonist's husband in Next to Normal?

(see the answer key)

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