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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of institution do we learn Philip is being released from in the beginning of the play?
(a) The hospital
(b) The military
(c) The sanatorium
(d) Prison

2. What is the name of Mollie's ex-husband?
(a) Philip
(b) Henry
(c) Frank
(d) John

3. What are the rumors in town regarding Philip?
(a) He is in a crazy emotional state
(b) He will return to the sanatorium
(c) His wife is having an affair
(d) He is violent and abusive

4. What did it take for Mollie to fall in love with Philip?
(a) A touch of the hand
(b) A long courtship process
(c) One kiss
(d) A marriage proposal

5. What does John think Philip has done to Mollie to keep her in love with him?
(a) Threatened her with violence
(b) Paid her
(c) Cast a spell on her
(d) Scared her

Short Answer Questions

1. What is slowly happening to Philip's family as he continues to display anger and engage in violent outbursts?

2. Why do most of Philip's family members tend to forgive him, even though he is a violent and volatile man?

3. How does Mollie react to the sudden and unexpected presence of Philip?

4. How is Mollie mentally affected by Philip's emotional outbursts?

5. When do John and Philip first meet?

(see the answer key)

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