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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many other people are talking to Howie at the beginning of the second act?
(a) Two.
(b) Three.
(c) One.
(d) Four.

2. What good news does Dr. Gibbs give his wife when they enter their house during the third scene?
(a) George will do all his chores now.
(b) He just got a raise.
(c) She won the town contest.
(d) He is ready to take a vacation.

3. What was so upsetting to Mrs. Gibbs about Simon earlier in the day when she is talking to Mrs. Webb?
(a) He seemed sad.
(b) He swore in front of her.
(c) He was angry.
(d) He was drunk.

4. What does Emily assure her father she does not have on her mind before he goes to bed?
(a) Boys.
(b) Discontent.
(c) Love.
(d) Troubles.

5. Where does Mrs. Gibbs die?
(a) On the train while traveling.
(b) Out west while visiting her daughter.
(c) At home in her bed.
(d) At a town party.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Webb chide Emily for when she first appears on stage?

2. Where does Mrs. Webb run when George comes to her house?

3. Where is Mrs.Gibbs while Mr Gibbs is talking to George after school?

4. When did Mrs. Gibbs first meet her husband?

5. How does Mrs. Gibbs want to use the extra money she has coming in?

(see the answer key)

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