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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What have Geoffrey and Pfeni done in honor of Sara's birthday?
(a) Written a poem in her honor.
(b) Had a painting commisssioned in her honor.
(c) Rewritten lyrics in her honor.
(d) Written a one-act play in her honor.

2. What expression does Sara use to express what she expects of Tess?
(a) She should be a "woman of substance."
(b) She should be a "nice Jewish girl."
(c) She should be a "femme fatale."
(d) She should be a "bookworm."

3. What does Gorgeous say about Geoffrey's friends when she first encounters Merv?
(a) She says they are all boorish.
(b) She says they all like musical theater.
(c) She says they are all Jewish.
(d) She says they all find her attractive.

4. What happens to the party as Gorgeous chatters on?
(a) The party divides into those who want to talk to Gorgeous and those who don't.
(b) The party-goers grow irritated with her jokes.
(c) The room goes silent.
(d) The party-goers grow more lively.

5. Gorgeous's husband does not attend the party. What reason is give in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) She reveals that he has divorced her.
(b) He was too busy to travel.
(c) She does not have one.
(d) He is in Hong Kong on business.

6. Why does Sara reject the statuette?
(a) Sara is superstitious about touching it.
(b) Sara says it doesn't match her decor.
(c) Sara says she is too old for it.
(d) Sara says it will bring her bad luck.

7. When Merv invites himself to dinner, what does Sara suggest?
(a) He should make some pre-dinner cocktails.
(b) He should instead find a restaurant.
(c) He should prepare himself because she is a terrible cook.
(d) He should make himself at home.

8. What do Sara and Nick discuss during the party debate in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Nick's attraction toward Gorgeous.
(b) The beautiful Sabbath ceremony.
(c) The economic reperscussions of the Concert of Europe.
(d) The plight of displaced Jews.

9. How does Sara deflect conversation about social conditions?
(a) She talks about Hong Kong.
(b) She talks about Jewish food.
(c) She talks about her relationship with Geoffrey.
(d) She talks about her latest shopping spree.

10. What do Geoffrey and Pfeni wear when they enter Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Lounging pajamas.
(b) Formal wear.
(c) Costumes.
(d) Disco outfits.

11. What is Geoffrey's profession?
(a) He is an actor.
(b) He is a theater director.
(c) He is a costume designer.
(d) He sells faux furs.

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

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

14. According to Geoffrey, he is responsible for educating Pfeni about what?
(a) Jewish history.
(b) Philosophy.
(c) Art and theater.
(d) Indian mythology.

15. What cause do Tom and Tess support?
(a) Animal rights.
(b) A social revolution in Eastern Europe.
(c) An artist's movement.
(d) An anti-war manifesto.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Pfeni carry her belongings in shopping bags?

2. What is Tess's school project?

3. In preparation for the Sabbath ceremony, what does Gorgeous do?

4. What does Gorgeous say about her current situation in London?

5. What does Sara say about the prospect of marriage?

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