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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What genre of play is "You Can't Take It With You?"
(a) Non-fiction.
(b) Romantic comedy.
(c) Historical fiction.
(d) Science fiction.

2. Why is Mr. Henderson at the house?
(a) He has some of the Sycamore's mail.
(b) He is coming for dinner.
(c) He has come to speak to Grandpa.
(d) He is Alice's date.

3. Why does Rheba enter the room?
(a) To talk to Alice.
(b) To check on the dinner count.
(c) To clean the room.
(d) She is looking for her boyfriend.

4. What is the purpose of the cluttered and chaotic living room of Grandpa Vanderhof?
(a) The characters are headed here in the first scene.
(b) It is where the play opens.
(c) The characters discuss this location in the first scene.
(d) It is the setting for part of the first scene.

5. From where do Paul Sycamore and Mr. DePinna emerge?
(a) The kitchen.
(b) The basement.
(c) The garage.
(d) The second floor.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Alice reveal about her evening?

3. Who is Mr. Henderson?

4. From where does Penny's daughter arrive?

5. What does Grandpa enjoy doing?

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