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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the primary reason the lizards feel they have to leave the sea?
(a) They don't like it
(b) They don't belong
(c) They don't get along with the other lizards
(d) They want an adventure

2. How do each couple engage in communication as a result of their failed first attempt?
(a) Written communication
(b) They use a computer
(c) Physical communication
(d) They try to translate

3. What question does Nancy bring up regarding their sex life?
(a) Whether Charlie is a good lover
(b) Whether Charlie is interested in sex
(c) Whether Charlie has had an affair
(d) Whether Charlie is still in love with her

4. What does the author touch on that is a critical event of the 1970's?
(a) The new deal
(b) Western liberal democracy
(c) New family dynamics
(d) The space age

5. What can Charlie's indifference to Nancy's needs can be viewed as?
(a) Helpful
(b) Hurtful
(c) Upsetting
(d) Loving

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the main historical event the author has illustrated in the play?

2. What stage in life are Charlie and Nancy entering?

3. How do the stilted efforts to communicate between the lizards and the humans make Charlie feel?

4. Because Charlie is not willing to let a male of any species view his wife's breasts, what does he do?

5. Where does the setting open in Act 1?

(see the answer key)

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