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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. Is Catherine pleased that Hal kisses her?
(a) No, she promptly throws her beer at him and runs.
(b) Yes, she kisses him back at the end of the scene.
(c) No, she has no interest in him whatsoever.
(d) Yes, she has been in love with him since they first met four years ago.

2. Why has Catherine waited so long to inform Robert of her plans?
(a) She knew he would be incredibly angry, and wanted to give him as little choice as possible in the matter.
(b) Until recently, she was not sure if he was truly better, and worried she may need to stay with him.
(c) Until recently, she had no desire to return to school, thinking it dull and predictable.
(d) She was on the waiting list at the school, and was not certain she would be accepted.

3. At the beginning of the scene, what does Hal bring for Catherine to drink?
(a) Soda.
(b) Champagne.
(c) Water.
(d) Beer.

4. What does Hal have to give to Robert?
(a) A book he borrowed back before Robert's illness.
(b) A get well soon card.
(c) A manila envelope containing a rough draft of his thesis.
(d) An invitation to a party where his band is playing.

5. What did Catherine think of Hal the first time they met?
(a) She thought she loved him.
(b) She thought he was not boring.
(c) She thought he was terribly boring.
(d) She thought he talked too much.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much of Robert's ability does Claire think Catherine has inherited?

2. What is the time period in Act 2, Scene 1?

3. What does Claire concede to Hal at the end of their conversation?

4. What does Hal accidentally remind Robert when he says they will meet in a week, on the eleventh?

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

(see the answer key)

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