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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Grandpa enjoy doing?
(a) Working at the bank.
(b) Attending commencement exercises.
(c) Running the household.
(d) Selling candy.

2. When had Penny begun this for Mr. DePinna?
(a) Eighteen years ago.
(b) The day before.
(c) Eight years ago.
(d) Two years ago.

3. From what type of family does Alice come?
(a) One that accepts anyone, regardless of nationality or profession.
(b) One that is fairly typical.
(c) One that is not accepting of others.
(d) One that is similar to the Kirbys.

4. What is believed about Ed's candy sales?
(a) The candy contains illegal drugs.
(b) He is making too much money.
(c) He is spreading Communist propaganda with the candy deliveries.
(d) He does not have license to sell candy.

5. What is Gay interested in?
(a) Writing plays.
(b) Drinking gin.
(c) Dancing.
(d) Singing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Penny change into her artist costume?

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

3. Who is the most aimless of the household and periodically plays notes on the xylophone so that Essie can dance?

4. Where does Tony attend college?

5. What does Alice reveal about her evening?

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