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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As the couple argues, what creature appears?
(a) A sandpiper
(b) A dolphin
(c) A giant squid
(d) A lizard

2. What does the sound of the jet make the lizards do?
(a) The sound angers them and they attack
(b) The sound makes them bury their heads in the sand
(c) The sound sends them back behind the rocks
(d) The sound makes them scream

3. What concept do the lizards parallel?
(a) The evolution of man
(b) Capitalism
(c) Imperialism
(d) The industrial revolution

4. How does Nancy react to Charlie's blasy attitude?
(a) Is compassionate to him
(b) Rants that life is short
(c) Asks for him to change
(d) Tells him he must go back to work

5. What is the theme of Act 1?
(a) The challenge of the sexes
(b) The challenge of communication
(c) The challenge of evolution
(d) The challenge of retirement

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Nancy and Charlie hope their act will communicate to the lizards as they approach?

2. What word best describes the character of Nancy?

3. As the play opens, what have Charlie and Nancy finished enjoying?

4. What does Nancy want from her marriage?

5. What was Charlie's childhood dream?

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