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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Ann respond to the doctor's request that Jim be given his Last Rites?
(a) She becomes angry at the doctor.
(b) She refuses to believe it.
(c) She is silent.
(d) She becomes hysterical.

2. What is the weather like in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) It is raining.
(b) It is cloudy.
(c) It is snowing.
(d) It is sunny.

3. What does Jim tell the doctor is affecting his work negatively?
(a) His weight.
(b) His attitude.
(c) His age.
(d) His height.

4. Who called Ann earlier in the day?
(a) Jim's friend.
(b) Jim's brother.
(c) Jim's cousin.
(d) Jim's boss.

5. What reason does Ann give for why Jim might not be ready to leave for his job interview?
(a) There is no job interview.
(b) The interview is too far away.
(c) His eyes do not focus properly.
(d) He will not get the job.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the state of some of the other patients Jim encounters in Act 2, Scene 1?

2. When does the first scene of The Shrike take place?

3. What does Mr. Fleming give to Grosberg?

4. How did Jim get the pills to take?

5. Why are many of the nurses away for the week?

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