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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who portrayed Lewis Hale in the original production of Trifles?
(a) Alexander Hampton
(b) Gino Chelakis
(c) Andrew Stabler
(d) George Cram Cook

2. According to the Introduction, where was Trifles first performed?
(a) The St. James Theatre
(b) The Oak Park Theater
(c) The Wharf Theatre
(d) The Lucille Lortel Theater

3. How many articles did Susan Glaspell write as a reporter that covered the John Hossack murder case?
(a) 35
(b) 10
(c) 26
(d) 15

4. Who was accused of the murder of John Hossack?
(a) Muriel Hossack
(b) Emily Hossack
(c) Sarah Hossack
(d) Margaret Hossack

5. Where was the theatrical collaboration that Susan Glaspell and George Cram Cook formed originated?
(a) New York, New York
(b) Rutland, Connecticut
(c) Bay Ridge, New Jersey
(d) Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Short Answer Questions

1. As a founding member of a famous theatrical collaboration, Susan Glaspell arranged for the first ever reading of a play by what famed playwright?

2. What character did Susan Glaspell portray in the original production of Trifles?

3. When did Susan Glaspell marry George Cram Cook?

4. Where did the trial for John Hossack’s murder take place?

5. For how many months did Susan Glaspell cover the John Hossack murder case?

(see the answer key)

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