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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Anna's profession in the last city she lived?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Lawyer.
(c) Accountant.
(d) Prostitute.

2. What does Larry suggest that Chris do after he arrives at the bar?
(a) Go to sleep.
(b) Have another drink.
(c) Go round the corner for some beef stew.
(d) Drink some water.

3. What is the stage direction for when Anna drinks her drink at the end of Act 1?
(a) Puts a straw in the glass and sips.
(b) Takes one gulp and spits it out.
(c) Downs her port at a gulp like a drink of whiskey.
(d) Sips modestly at her drink.

4. What does Chris say will help Anna get strong and healthy?
(a) Spending some time on the barge at sea.
(b) Going to a resort.
(c) Getting a massage.
(d) Traveling to the Bahamas.

5. What is the playwright's description of Anna when she first enters the bar?
(a) Short and redheaded.
(b) Tall, handsome, and run-down in health.
(c) Brown hair and vibrant.
(d) Dressed like a nurse.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Chris's physical state when he is at the bar in the beginning of the play?

2. What is the relationship between Chris and Anna?

3. When Chris returns to the bar, what does Marthy do?

4. Who does Anna say gives you a "kick when you're down"?

5. What does Chris blame for his not being able to visit Anna when she was young?

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