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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of charges is Mary making against the headmistresses?
(a) A little bit true.
(b) Completely false.
(c) Probably true.
(d) Completely true.

2. What does Karen ask Dr. Cardin when they are alone?
(a) If he really loves her.
(b) If they can move to California.
(c) If they can have children right away.
(d) If he truly believed in her innocence.

3. What has Dr. Cardin asked Mrs. Mortar to do which irritates her?
(a) Leave the room where Mary is resting.
(b) Vacuum the study room.
(c) Pick up his laundry.
(d) Make a pot of coffee.

4. For what does Mrs. Tilford reprimand Mary?
(a) Her malicious behavior.
(b) Drinking beer.
(c) Getting expelled.
(d) Smoking marijuana.

5. Who threatens Mrs. Tilford?
(a) Martha.
(b) Mrs. Mortar.
(c) Karen.
(d) Dr. Cardin.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many acts are in THE CHILDREN'S HOUR?

2. What is the obvious theme in THE CHILDREN'S HOUR?

3. What is the setting for Act 3?

4. What does Mrs. Tilford tell Dr. Cardin about his marriage to Karen?

5. Why is Mrs. Mortar especially despicable?

(see the answer key)

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