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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What sound do Jo and Helen hear from the river?
(a) They hear the cannons of a battleship.
(b) They hear the song of a whale.
(c) They hear a submarine resurfacing.
(d) They hear a tugboat.

2. How is the apartment lit?
(a) The apartment has an antique lamp the is covered in the rent.
(b) The apartment is lit by the stove.
(c) The apartment is lit by a bare bulb hanging from the ceiling.
(d) The apartment is lit by sunlight or moonlight only.

3. How does Helen explain Jo's behavior to Peter?
(a) Helen claims Jo hates all men.
(b) Helen claims Jo is deaf.
(c) Helen claims Jo is mentally slow.
(d) Helen claims Jo is jealous of her affections.

4. Just before he leaves, what does Peter whisper to Helen (according to the stage directions)?
(a) Peter whispers an invitation to his house.
(b) Peter whispers a dirty joke to Helen.
(c) Peter whispers a threat on Jo's life.
(d) Peter whispers words of love.

5. What kind of cigar is Peter smoking?
(a) A Havana cigar.
(b) An Australian cigar.
(c) An American Spirit cigar.
(d) A Spanish cigar.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jo tell Helen she has dreamed?

2. What does Helen begin to drink when she enters the flat?

3. Why does Helen keep using a handkerchief?

4. Who did Jo think was was in love with, as she confesses to Heaven?

5. About how many people live in their district in the city, according to Jo?

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