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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2 Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Robert, if the thesis "feels done," then...
(a) It is done! Congratulations.
(b) There are major errors.
(c) It should be published right away.
(d) It should be put down for a month and then rechecked.

2. How much of Robert's ability does Claire think Catherine has inherited?
(a) One quarter.
(b) One half.
(c) Less than Claire, but Claire is not sure how much less.
(d) More than Claire, but Claire is not sure how much more.

3. What is the time period in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Four minutes after the events in Act 1.
(b) Four years after the events in Act 1.
(c) The same time period as the events in Act 1.
(d) Four years earlier than the events in Act 1.

4. Why is Hal unhappy with his own work?
(a) He has stolen all his ideas from a colleague, and feels guilty.
(b) He only wants to play drums in his band; the math stuff is just a day job.
(c) His work is brilliant, but no one will recognize it.
(d) He thinks his ideas are trivial, and his most creative days are behind him.

5. What does Catherine request for dinner?
(a) Steak, cheap beer, and potatoes.
(b) Soup, bread, and irish coffee.
(c) Salad, margaritas, and cake.
(d) Chicken, fine wine, and celery.

Short Answer Questions

1. Does Hal go with them to dinner?

2. What is Hal's excuse for kissing Catherine?

3. How does Catherine know about Sophie Germain?

4. Why has Catherine waited so long to inform Robert of her plans?

5. Who or what interrupts Catherine and Robert's argument?

(see the answer key)

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