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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3,.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where are the bedrooms in this house?
(a) One big room serves as the living room and sleeping area.
(b) In a separate mother-in-law cabin.
(c) Upstairs.
(d) On the east end of the first floor.

2. What surprises Billy about the lake cottage?
(a) That it has a computer with internet access.
(b) That it has electricity.
(c) That it is so cool even with no air conditioning.
(d) That it has indoor plumbing.

3. How old is Norman?
(a) 94.
(b) 65.
(c) 79.
(d) 60.

4. Who is coming with Chelsea on her visit?
(a) No one.
(b) Her best friend from high school.
(c) Her two poodles.
(d) Her new boyfriend.

5. What does young Billy announce when he enters the living room?
(a) That he is starving and needs a snack.
(b) That he is going to go read Swiss Family Robinson.
(c) That he wants to go fishing after dinner.
(d) That Ethel and Chelsea have decided to skinny dip.

Short Answer Questions

1. Instead of applying for a job, what does Ethel suggest Norman do?

2. What is the first thing Norman says to Billy after his father goes outside?

3. When does Norman express interest in the contents of Chelsea's letter?

4. What does the couple watch as the scene closes?

5. What is Norman concerned about in going to the neighbors' house for dinner?

(see the answer key)

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