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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sara tell Pfeni to do after the ceremony and exchange with Gorgeous?
(a) She says Pfeni should leave.
(b) She says Pfeni should say her prayers as well.
(c) She says Pfeni should blow out the candles.
(d) She says Pfeni always starts conflict.

2. What does Pfeni say is her motivation for coming to dinner?
(a) She wants to return to her Jewish roots.
(b) She doesn't want Gorgeous to be the only sister who shows up.
(c) She wants to meet Tess's boyfriend.
(d) She has nothing better to do.

3. Why is Sara critical of Pfeni's career?
(a) Sara says Pfeni is not as successful as she should be.
(b) Sara believes Pfeni should have gone into medicine.
(c) Sara does not believe women should have careers.
(d) Sara feels Pfeni is involved in too many scandals.

4. What sort of mother did the sisters Rosensweig appear to have?
(a) An alcoholic mother.
(b) A critical mother.
(c) An absent mother.
(d) A warm and supportive mother.

5. What does Pfeni tell Gregory about Sara's opinion of their relationship?
(a) Sara thinks they should go to counseling together.
(b) Sara thinks they are a perfect match.
(c) Sara thinks it is time for the two of them to finally marry.
(d) Sara thinks the couple should break up.

Short Answer Questions

1. What have Geoffrey and Pfeni done in honor of Sara's birthday?

2. Before Geoffrey met Pfeni, with whom did he live?

3. What is Gorgeous doing in London?

4. Why does Sara say Pfeni sounds very "New York"?

5. At the close of Act 1, Scene 2, Sara makes and announcement. What does Sara say will occur in a half-hour?

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