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

2. When did Susan Glaspell marry George Cram Cook?
(a) 1919
(b) 1913
(c) 1916
(d) 1885

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

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

5. According to the Introduction, during what years did Susan Glaspell work as a reporter for the Des Moines News?
(a) 1899-1901
(b) 1880-1882
(c) 1888-1895
(d) 1798-1805

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

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

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

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

(see the answer key)

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