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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the other two think of this new job idea?
(a) Jerry and George agree that it seems like a monumental idea .
(b) Helen and May are nervous about the idea.
(c) Jerry and May are hesitant to agree to the idea.
(d) May and George refuse to go along with the plan.

2. Describe Susan.
(a) She is very intelligent.
(b) She is beautiful but not too bright.
(c) She is a very talented actress.
(d) She is not very attractive.

3. When was the decision to leave New York City made?
(a) This afternoon.
(b) This morning.
(c) One week ago.
(d) Yesterday evening.

4. How did this decision to leave come about?
(a) After hearing success stories from other vaudevillians.
(b) After meeting Al Jolson for dinner.
(c) After learning about the work available in Chicago.
(d) After watching Al Jolson.

5. What is fortunate for May, regarding this person she encounters?
(a) Her cousin is kind.
(b) Helen is in a good mood.
(c) The police officer likes her.
(d) Helen remembers her fondly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of play is ONCE IN A LIFETIME?

2. What do many people in Los Angeles want from this person that May encounters?

3. Who does May encounter on the train?

4. Where are the New York stage performers headed?

5. Why is George's new acquaintance headed to this location?

(see the answer key)

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