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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the poker players have trouble playing at the beginning of the play?
(a) Oscar does not have enough poker chips.
(b) They are missing two cards from the deck.
(c) They cannot keep track of their bets.
(d) The cards are sweaty.

2. What does Vinnie do that annoys Speed during the first poker game?
(a) Gushes about his wife.
(b) Plays with his poker chips.
(c) Talks incessantly.
(d) Sings.

3. What is Murray's occupation?
(a) Police officer.
(b) Accountant.
(c) Mechanic.
(d) Fireman.

4. At the beginning of the play, how long is Oscar's refrigerator broken?
(a) Three days.
(b) One month.
(c) One week.
(d) Two weeks.

5. What are the characters playing when the play begins?
(a) Poker.
(b) Cribbage.
(c) Spades.
(d) Hearts.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is wrong with the atmosphere in Oscar's apartment when the play starts?

2. What is Felix's last name?

3. How is Speed's personality best described?

4. Why is it difficult to breathe in Oscar's apartment when the play begins?

5. What is the weather outside like at the beginning of the play?

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