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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is George to be sure of before he goes to the place the 1st Man is sending him in Act I, Part 1?
(a) Only the porch light is on.
(b) The outside lights are off.
(c) All downstairs lights are out.
(d) No lights are on.

2. How is the Chief Operator described?
(a) Pleasant, but firm.
(b) No-nonsense.
(c) Efficient and pleasant.
(d) Kind and efficient.

3. What does the 1st Man tell George about what light's will be on when George goes to the place where the 1st Man is sending him in Act I, Part 1?
(a) There will only be light from a fireplace.
(b) A light overlooking the backyard will be on.
(c) Only one light will be visible from the street.
(d) Only a kitchen light will be on.

4. What number is Mrs. Stevenson dialing as the play begins?
(a) 4-0098.
(b) 7-1492.
(c) 5-0041.
(d) 3-0067.

5. Who is with Sergeant Duffy in Act 1, Part 2?
(a) A secretary.
(b) A young man.
(c) A young woman.
(d) The Chief.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the operator look around when she says she will connect Mrs. Stevenson with the Chief Operator?

2. Where on the stage is the Second Operator seated?

3. What does Duffy say about Second Avenue?

4. Whose number if Mrs. Stevenson calling in Act I, Part 1?

5. What word does Mrs. Stevenson use to describe the fact that the Chief Operator will not trace the call?

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