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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Arnold prefer at the moment?
(a) A gin tonic.
(b) Sleep to play.
(c) His privacy.
(d) Work to sleep.

2. What does Ed think about the weekend visit?
(a) Arnold had to cancel at the last minute, so there is no visit.
(b) He is sorry it is taking place.
(c) Ed does not understand all the commotion over a weekend visit.
(d) Laurel would not dream of having Arnold visit their home.

3. What is the purpose of the way the lighting is done?
(a) There is no particular reason.
(b) To elimnate the need for stage scenery.
(c) To show the characters in their best light.
(d) To set the mood.

4. What is the name of the singer on the stage?
(a) Katz.
(b) Laurel.
(c) Jacs.
(d) Lady Blues.

5. What does Arnold ask of Ed?
(a) For sex for old times sake.
(b) For Ed to go away.
(c) For a hit of his cocaine.
(d) For a cigarette.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Arnold plan to bring with him?

2. What has taken Ed by surprise?

3. Why is the backroom dark?

4. Who is trying to awaken Arnold?

5. How does Ed feel about Alan?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do each of the men (Ed and Arnold) feel about the possibility of a renewed relationship?

2. What do Arnold and Laurel discuss?

3. How does Ed think his parents feel about homosexuality and how does that figure into his dating Laurel?

4. Explain why Laurel invited Arnold for the weekend and whether her plan is successful.

5. What is the major topic of conversation in this scene?

6. How does Arthur's monologue reflect an underlying optimism or hope?

7. Why does Ed think Laurel is attracted to gay men?

8. How does this act end?

9. What is the purpose of Laurel's phone call to Ed. What do you think are her motives?

10. What potential conflicts could ensue by the coming together of Arnold, Ed, and Alan?

(see the answer keys)

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