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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many nightgowns does Vivian say she wears all day?
(a) One.
(b) One less than is comfortable.
(c) One, as well as a bathrobe.
(d) Two.

2. What literary device does Vivian reference in her opening monologue?
(a) Alliteration.
(b) Irony.
(c) Exposition.
(d) Imagery.

3. What does Ashford instruct Vivian to do?
(a) Go back to the library.
(b) Go outside.
(c) Do the paper over.
(d) Read it again.

4. Why does Vivian have to wait for her physical exam?
(a) She wants to create suspense for the audience.
(b) Jason has to find Susie.
(c) She is early for her appointment.
(d) Kelekian is with another patient.

5. What is Vivian's first appointment in Scene 4?
(a) Blood work.
(b) GI series.
(c) Physical exam.
(d) Chest x-ray.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Vivian do after meeting with Ashford?

2. What year dates Gardner's source materials?

3. What was Vivian's principal task during her time with Ashford?

4. What word does Kelekian use to refer to Vivian's cancer?

5. What does Vivian describe as “mildly uncomfortable” in Scene 5?

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