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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What character did Susan Glaspell portray in the original production of Trifles?
(a) Mrs. Hale
(b) Mrs. Samuel
(c) Mrs. Wright
(d) Mrs. Peters

2. According to the Introduction, who played the role of Henry Peters in the original production of Trifles?
(a) Preston Lorio
(b) Robert Conville
(c) James Harris
(d) Mark Whitburg

3. According to the Introduction, what weapon was used to kill John Hossack?
(a) A rope
(b) A knife
(c) A gun
(d) An axe

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

5. Who played the role of George Henderson in the original production of Trifles?
(a) Madison Dirks
(b) James Warner
(c) Michael Hulgan
(d) Andrew Vestile

Short Answer Questions

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

2. According to the Introduction, where was Trifles first performed?

3. Who was accused of the murder of John Hossack?

4. Where was the theatrical collaboration that Susan Glaspell and George Cram Cook formed originated?

5. When was Trifles first performed?

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