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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When she enters the scene, during Act 2, Scene 2, who does Sara say is outside in a red convertible?
(a) Gorgeous's husband.
(b) Nick.
(c) Geoffrey's ex-boyfriend.
(d) Merv.

2. In Act 2, Scene 1, what does Sara say about the world Merv thinks they are both from?
(a) It is not worth pursuing.
(b) It is a world filled with life.
(c) It does not exist.
(d) It is a world she is homesick for.

3. What does Sara do when Pfeni takes her hand in Act 2, Scene 1, the morning after the party?
(a) She breaks into song.
(b) She cries.
(c) She gives her sister a fierce hug.
(d) She pulls it away.

4. How does Merv say he knew the friend that he and Sara have in common during Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) She was the wife of his rabbi.
(b) They had a one-night stand.
(c) They had a long-term affair.
(d) They went to the same synagogue.

5. What does Gorgeous first say about their mother in Act 2, Scene 2, after the revelations about the Sisters Rosensweig's relationships?
(a) She did a wonderful job raising them.
(b) She did an awful job raising them.
(c) She should have explained more about sex.
(d) She should have emphasized their Jewish faith more.

6. What does Gorgeous say she is going to have soon when she leaves Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) A ticket back home.
(b) A television job.
(c) An expensive piece of jewelry.
(d) A real fancy pair of shoes.

7. What does Geoffrey say about Sara and her work as they talk during the opening of Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) That he thinks she is not working up to her potential.
(b) That he believes in her.
(c) That it is too important to her and thus means she does not spend enough time with him.
(d) That it reminds him of the pop songs they are listening to.

8. At the close of Act 2, Scene 2, what do the sisters say they look forward to talking about in the future over tea?
(a) Their pasts.
(b) Life.
(c) Love.
(d) Religion.

9. What do Tess and Sara argue about during Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) Tess's appearance.
(b) Merv.
(c) Money.
(d) Nick.

10. In Act 2, Scene 1, what does Tess accuse Sara of living without?
(a) A belief in fairy tales and mythology.
(b) A firm grounding in reality.
(c) Sex.
(d) Passion.

11. What does Pfeni say about herself as a daughter during Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) She was invisible to her mother.
(b) She was devoted.
(c) She was less than ideal.
(d) She was the perfect obedient daughter.

12. How does Merv respond to Sara regarding her assessment of their compatibility the morning after their night together?
(a) He says she feels he needs someone more Jewish, more American, and more outspoken.
(b) He says she thinks he needs someone much more like his wife.
(c) He says she feels he needs a woman willing to cater to his needs.
(d) He says she thinks he needs a meek woman.

13. What is the name of the friend Merv and Sara have in common?
(a) Stella.
(b) Sadie.
(c) Sonia.
(d) Susan.

14. The morning after the party, how did Pfeni say she spent the night?
(a) Sleeping.
(b) Discussing theatre with Geoffrey.
(c) Watching videos of refugees.
(d) Doing a crossword puzzle.

15. Why does Tess want her passport in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Pfeni has inspired her to go to India.
(b) She and Tom are leaving the next day.
(c) She wants to go on a safari.
(d) She is afraid of identity theft.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sara say about her and Merv when she enters Act 2, Scene 1?

2. In Act 2, Scene 1, the morning after her night with Merv, what does Sara say caused her illness?

3. The morning after their night together, to whom does Merv compare Sara?

4. What question does Merv pose about his wife's death during Act 1, Scene 4?

5. What compliment does Geoffrey pay to Pfeni during their conversation at the start of Act 2, Scene 2?

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