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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Act 1, Scene 3 opens, what is being served?
(a) Soup.
(b) Appetizers.
(c) A roast.
(d) An intricate Jewish meal.

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

3. What does Geoffrey say about Pfeni's appearance?
(a) He says she could stand to lose a few pounds.
(b) He says she should "do something" with her hair.
(c) He says she is gorgeous.
(d) He says she is attractive but does not wear clothes that show off her figure.

4. When Pfeni first arrives, she is late. Who or what does she blame that on?
(a) A broken watch.
(b) A late train.
(c) She was distracted by a shopping expedition.
(d) An Indian taxi driver.

5. When Pfeni tells a story about their childhood in New York, what does Sara feel she is doing?
(a) Purposely forgetting all about their Jewish traditions.
(b) Telling lies about their younger years just to impress Tess.
(c) Justifying her behavior.
(d) Romanticizing their younger years.

6. What other play is referenced in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Hamlet.
(b) Cats.
(c) The Scarlet Pimpernel.
(d) Romeo and Juliet.

7. What delegation is Geoffrey expecting?
(a) A delegation of homeless people.
(b) A delegation of American theater owners.
(c) A delegation of revolutionaries.
(d) A delegation of foreign dignitaries.

8. What does Sara do as a profession?
(a) She sells real estate in London.
(b) She manages a bank.
(c) She works as a consultant.
(d) She is a researcher.

9. Which of these is a personality trait of Gorgeous as exhibited in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) She is somber.
(b) She uses extremely big words.
(c) She cries a lot.
(d) She is chatty.

10. What does Sara think of Tess's project?
(a) She thinks the teacher who assigned it is too liberal.
(b) She thinks Tess is lying about the project.
(c) She cannot imagine that her past has any importance.
(d) She thinks Tess should concentrate on math and science.

11. Why does Pfeni carry her belongings in shopping bags?
(a) Pfeni's suitcases were stolen.
(b) Pfeni lost her suitcases while she was traveling around the world.
(c) Pfeni's grandmother always carried her things in shopping bags, and Pfeni wants to be just like her.
(d) Pfeni's grandmother said shopping bags were for "crazy people," and she wants to prove her right.

12. What is one of Merv's concerns regarding the discussion at the opening of Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Anti-Semitism.
(b) Musical theater is dying.
(c) Deciphering Nick's accent.
(d) Whether he has overstayed his welcome.

13. What compliment does Merv pay Sara in Act 1, Scene 3's close?
(a) He says she is very witty.
(b) He says she is extremely intelligent and he finds that attractive.
(c) He says she knows how to prepare a good Sabbath meal.
(d) He says she knows how to engage in lively debate.

14. What do Merv and Geoffrey do when they first see each other?
(a) They do a song and dance routine.
(b) They shake hands stiffly.
(c) They kiss each other on both cheeks.
(d) They walk to the opposite side of the room to have a private conversation.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Sara tell Pfeni to do after the ceremony and exchange with Gorgeous?

3. Gorgeous's husband does not attend the party. What reason is give in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What social situation concerns Tess?

5. How does Pfeni exit Act 1, Scene 1?

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