August: Osage County Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What previously referenced characteristic of Mattie Fae's and Violet's mother has echoes in the relationship that resulted in Little Charles? (from Act Three, Scene 1)

Both Mattie Fae and her mother, according to the text, of the play, had affairs.

Both Mattie Fae and her mother, according to the text, had children who didn't know who their fathers were.

Both Mattie Fae and her mother, according to the text, had affairs with Beverly.

Both Mattie Fae and her mother, according to the text, had relationships with Charles.

2.

Which character in Act 1, Scene 1 is referred to as having issues with marijuana? (from Act 1, Scene 1)

Barbara.

Violet.

Charlie.

Jean.

3.

What previous incident in the narrative is echoed by Violet’s comments about younger women and older men? (from Act 2, Part 1 (pages 57 – 67))

Beverly's affair with Johnna.

Beverly's affair with a student.

Barbara's affair with a student.

Bill's affair with a student.

4.

Which of the characters does Sheriff Gilbeau have significant history with, and why? (from Act 1, Scene 4)

Bill: they share an interest in mystery novels.

Violet: she had an affair with his father.

Barbara: they dated when they were in high school.

Johnna: they dated in high school.

5.

Who did Beverly dedicate his book of poetry to? (from Act 2, Part 1 (pages 57 – 67))

Karen.

Ivy.

Violet.

Barbara.

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