View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the proof so important?
(a) If it is correct, it may solve world hunger mathematically.
(b) If it is correct, Hal will be famous for discovering the notebook.
(c) If it is correct, they will each get a million dollar prize.
(d) If it is correct, it proves a centuries-old theory that many thought could not be proven.

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. Who paid the mortgage on the house during Robert's illness?
(a) Claire.
(b) Catherine.
(c) Robert.
(d) Hal.

4. When does Hal arrive in the scene?
(a) He arrives in the beginning.
(b) He arrives in the end.
(c) He never actually enters in the scene.
(d) He arrives in the middle.

5. Whose idea was it to have the band play at the house after the funeral?
(a) Hal's idea.
(b) Claire's idea.
(c) Catherine's idea.
(d) Robert's idea.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Hal, what happens when a mathematician turns fifty?

2. Has Hal found anything coherent in the notebooks as of Act 1, Scene 3?

3. What does Catherine request for dinner?

4. Where did Catherine get the dress she wore to the funeral?

5. How many people are left at the party?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 353 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample