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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Mrs. Mortar especially despicable?
(a) She refused to testify when she could have reversed the legal decision.
(b) She spits when she talks.
(c) She talks about everyone she knows.
(d) She is greedy.

2. What is the stereotypical definition of New England mores?
(a) Moderate.
(b) Puritanical.
(c) Conservative.
(d) Loose.

3. How does Mrs. Tilford react to Mary's visit?
(a) Angrily.
(b) Joyously.
(c) Happily.
(d) Warily.

4. What was the content of the telegrams sent to Mrs. Mortar?
(a) News of the death of an old friend.
(b) The birth of a great grandchild.
(c) Requests for her to return and testify on Karen and Martha's behalf.
(d) A request for money to pay the attorneys.

5. Who does Karen reluctantly agree to allow in the house?
(a) Peggy.
(b) Dr. Cardin.
(c) Mr. Tilford.
(d) Mrs. Tilford.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are Karen and Martha hoping to avoid?

2. Who is the only person the parents talk to before withdrawing their daughters from the school?

3. What has forced Martha to examine her feelings for Karen?

4. Which of the following is not something Dr. Cardin has done?

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

(see the answer key)

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