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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act One, pp. 16-27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Arthur ask Sheila if she is listening?
(a) She is talking to Gerald.
(b) She is getting up to leave the room.
(c) She is admiring her ring.
(d) She is falling asleep.

2. How much money does Arthur say Eva Smith and her coworkers asked for?
(a) 40 shillings.
(b) 25 shillings.
(c) 1 pound.
(d) 22 shillings.

3. What does Gerald think Inspector Goole’s visit is about?
(a) Gerald and Arthur's companies are in competition.
(b) Gerald and Sheila are getting engaged.
(c) Eric has gotten into trouble.
(d) Gerald's parents have had an accident.

4. What does Eric say Sybil and Sheila are doing in the next room?
(a) Planning the wedding.
(b) Talking about clothes.
(c) Designing wedding invitations.
(d) Trying on clothes.

5. Why was Eva Smith fired from Milward’s?
(a) She was a bad worker.
(b) She wasn't fired; she quit.
(c) A customer complained about her.
(d) She violated company policy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does Inspector Goole say Eva Smith was unemployed after Arthur fired her?

2. Why does Arthur say he refused Eva Smith and her coworkers’ request for a raise?

3. When was Eva Smith hired at Milward’s?

4. How old does Inspector Goole say Eva Smith was when she committed suicide?

5. At the beginning of the play, what does Arthur offer Gerald?

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