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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 knife
(b) A gun
(c) An axe
(d) A rope

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

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

4. 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) 1798-1805
(d) 1888-1895

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. When did Susan Glaspell marry George Cram Cook?

4. In what year was John Hossack murdered?

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

(see the answer key)

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