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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Paul's fireworks operation uncovered?
(a) He shows his fireworks to the men.
(b) The Kirbys go into the basement by mistake.
(c) The house explodes.
(d) The men search the house for Communist propaganda.

2. Why is Ed hesitant to leave the apartment?
(a) He is tired of his job.
(b) He is not sure he has enough candy.
(c) He has a fear of the outdoors.
(d) A man is following him wherever he goes now.

3. Why does Alice relent?
(a) She does not have the willpower to argue.
(b) Tony is very convincing.
(c) She loves and trusts Tony.
(d) She wants their relationship to work.

4. What does Alice declare?
(a) The fireworks' red glow is beautiful.
(b) The painting is the most beautiful one she has ever seen.
(c) The dance is beautiful.
(d) She wants to begin reading the book immediately.

5. How might Tony feel about being interrupted by Alice's family members?
(a) Embarrassed.
(b) Irritated.
(c) Nervous.
(d) Content and not bothered.

Short Answer Questions

1. What scenario mirrors the challenges of the American family endured during the dire economic times of the Depression?

2. What occurs in the basement?

3. Where does Alice go to get ready for her date?

4. What does the family have for the guest(s)?

5. Who is Gay Wellington?

(see the answer key)

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