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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. Who claims that he sits behind Natalie in several classes and knows her schedule in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Dr. Fine.
(b) Dan.
(c) Henry.
(d) Dr. Madden.

2. What refers to the intentional taking of one's own life?
(a) Homicide.
(b) Assault.
(c) Suicide.
(d) Euthanasia.

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

4. When did Next to Normal close on Broadway?
(a) June 11, 2010.
(b) March 24, 2009.
(c) January 16, 2011.
(d) September 4, 2008.

5. Next to Normal closed on Broadway after how many regular performances?
(a) 733.
(b) 421.
(c) 239.
(d) 518.

Short Answer Questions

1. What hard driving rock tune does Diana sing in Act 1, Scene 6?

2. From what mental illness does the protagonist of Next to Normal suffer?

3. What refers to the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning?

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

5. What does Diana enter with after dinner in Act 1, Scene 5?

(see the answer key)

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