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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2 Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What fields did Robert, in his younger days, make significant contributions to, according to Hal?
(a) Biochemistry, zoology, and entomology.
(b) Game theory, algebraic geometry, and nonlinear operator theory.
(c) Contemporary american fiction, contemporary satire, and poetry.
(d) Weapons research, triangulation theory, and international politics.

2. What are the subjects of the proof?
(a) Atomic subatomic forces.
(b) The speed of light.
(c) The inverse relationships between love and hate.
(d) Warm months, cold months, and students in bookstores.

3. What mathematical principle is associated with Sophie Germain?
(a) Germain Angles.
(b) Germain Algebra.
(c) Germain Primes.
(d) Germain Quarters.

4. What is the date in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) January 4th.
(b) March 4th.
(c) September 4th.
(d) June 4th.

5. Why is Hal skeptical about Catherine's claim?
(a) He thinks Robert may have written the groundbreaking proof, then later explained it to Catherine.
(b) He has already written the proof, and wonders how she stole his idea.
(c) Robert told him all about the proof before his death.
(d) He thinks Catherine is just trying to impress him because they spend the night together.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Hal's state of mind when he met Catherine four years ago?

2. At the end of the scene what doesn't Robert want Catherine to do?

3. Why is Catherine upset with Claire at the end of Scene 2?

4. How much of Robert's ability does Claire think she has inherited?

5. Who paid the mortgage on the house during Robert's illness?

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