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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of these does the stage manager NOT mention as having happened in the space between acts?
(a) Children learned to walk.
(b) Wars were waged.
(c) Mountains eroded.
(d) Couples got married.

2. Who does the stage manager introduce at the beginning of the second scene of the play?
(a) A famous doctor.
(b) A university professor.
(c) Another narrator.
(d) A geologist.

3. What does George buy for Emily during their chat after the Student Council elections?
(a) A newspaper.
(b) Some candy.
(c) A flower.
(d) A soda.

4. Where is Joe killed?
(a) In a car accident.
(b) In a strange city of a strange disease.
(c) In a street brawl.
(d) In the war.

5. What does Emily tell George she is sorry for as they talk after the student council elections?
(a) Spreading a rumor.
(b) Telling the truth.
(c) Hurting his feelings.
(d) Being so bold.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Emily ask Mrs. Webb when she sees her mother after talking with Mr. Webb?

2. What does Mr. Webb congratulate Emily on when they talk during the second scene?

3. What triggers the appearance of the Webb family at the beginning of the book?

4. Why does Mrs. Webb say she is crying at the wedding?

5. Why does Mrs. Webb panic when she sees George?

(see the answer key)

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