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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When was Trifles first performed?
(a) July 15, 1901
(b) September 25, 1919
(c) August 8, 1916
(d) March 12, 1885

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. According to the Introduction, what weapon was used to kill John Hossack?

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

5. According to the Introduction, during what years did Susan Glaspell work as a reporter for the Des Moines News?

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