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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. How are the characters introduced?
(a) Alice introduces them.
(b) A voice-over describes each character.
(c) As they come in and out of this room.
(d) By Grandpa.

2. What takes place at Columbia University?
(a) A ballet class that Essie attends.
(b) A ballet performance that Alice and Tony attend.
(c) An art gallery opening that Penny attends.
(d) A commencement ceremony that Grandpa Vanderhof attends.

3. What does Alice reveal about her evening?
(a) She is going to a movie with friends.
(b) She is going to a concert.
(c) She is working late.
(d) She is going out on a date with Tony Kirby.

4. Why does Ed ask Rheba about the dinner menu?
(a) He has a strong sense of curiosity.
(b) So that he may begin the typesetting.
(c) He is a very picky eater.
(d) He wants to make sure his favorite dessert, apple pie, is included on it.

5. How does Grandpa challenge Mr. Henderson?
(a) To force him to serve jury duty.
(b) To provide evidence he had parked illegally.
(c) To an arm wrestling contest.
(d) To provide some evidence of where the funds will go.

Short Answer Questions

1. From where does the patriarch of this zany family come home?

2. What genre of play is "You Can't Take It With You?"

3. Who is Mr. Henderson?

4. What does Alice Sycamore do for a living?

5. Why does Donald arrive with flies?

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