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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What sentence was the murder suspect given for the murder of John Hossack?
(a) Death by electric chair
(b) Life in prison
(c) Death by hanging
(d) 25 years in prison

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

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

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. According to the Introduction, who played the role of Henry Peters in the original production of Trifles?

3. When was Trifles first performed?

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

5. What important theatrical collaboration did Susan Glaspell and George Cram Cook found?

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