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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who overhears Martha and Mrs. Mortar arguing?
(a) A few of the girls.
(b) Karen.
(c) Dr. Cardin.
(d) Mrs. Tilford.

2. What is the age range of the girls in the opening act?
(a) 10-15.
(b) 16-18.
(c) 9-16.
(d) 12-14.

3. What does Mary do upon hearing her punishment?
(a) Screams and runs away.
(b) Throws a vase of flowers.
(c) Faints.
(d) Falls on the floor claiming a heart attack.

4. Karen tells Martha that __________ has asked her to marry him.
(a) Joe.
(b) Blaine.
(c) Jim.
(d) Jeffrey.

5. In what month of the year does Act 1 open?
(a) May.
(b) December.
(c) September.
(d) April.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Dr. Cardin respond to Martha's request that he speak to Mrs. Tilford?

2. What punishment does Karen inflict on Mary?

3. What is the name of the school in THE CHILDREN'S HOUR?

4. Who does Mary coerce for money?

5. What is the time period for THE CHILDREN'S HOUR?

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