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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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

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

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. Where did the trial for John Hossack’s murder take place?
(a) St. Paul, Minnesota
(b) Albany, New York
(c) Chicago, Illinois
(d) Indianola, Iowa

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

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. Who portrayed Lewis Hale in the original production of Trifles?

3. When did Susan Glaspell marry George Cram Cook?

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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