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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Episode 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who are Gar's friends?
(a) They are Canon and Ben.
(b) They are Ned, Tom and Joe.
(c) Tney are Canon and Boyle.
(d) They are Ben and Boyle.

2. What does Madge bring in from the scullery in Episode 1?
(a) She brings some cooking pans.
(b) She brings in an old suitcase.
(c) She brings some books.
(d) She brings some photos.

3. Why does Aunt Lizzy say, "Typical Irish" (47)?
(a) Aunt Lizzy describes herself as typical Irish.
(b) Aunt Lizzy describes SB as typical Irish.
(c) When Gar says he would think about it, Aunt Lizzy finds the remark typical Irish.
(d) Aunt Lizzy describes Con as typical Irish.

4. In the flashback with Katie, why does Gar not do as he is asked by Katie?
(a) He wants to speak with SB first.
(b) He changes his mind.
(c) He believes that Katie’s marriage to Francis is fixed.
(d) He is afraid.

5. What causes Madge's outburst at the sight of SB after Gar leaves for the pub?
(a) Madge thinks SB should accompany Gar.
(b) Madge seems to be overwhelmed by Gar's departure, her niece's new born baby and her usual housework.
(c) Madge thinks SB should speak to Gar.
(d) Madge thinks SB will not be able to handle Gar's departure.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is private Gar sceptical about public Gar's declared plans to Katie in the pub in Episode 2?

2. What does Aunt Lizzy have to say about Gar's concern expressed in an earlier letter?

3. Why does Ben Burton correct Aunt Lizzy?

4. What is Gar's mood in the beginning of the play?

5. How much currency is Gar carrying with him in Episode 2?

(see the answer key)

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