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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Tillie's marigold seeds have been exposed to which of the following substances?
(a) Cobalt-60.
(b) Radon.
(c) Chlorine.
(d) Cyanide.

2. In Act 1, what does Ruth tell Mr. Goodman about her sister?
(a) She is pregnant.
(b) She has ringworm and gangrene.
(c) She is taking care of Nanny.
(d) She is traveling with her mother.

3. Of the following objects, which are NOT included in the description of the setting in Act 1?
(a) Dishes.
(b) Cell phones.
(c) Magazines.
(d) Suitcases.

4. What is the subject of Tillie's speeches in Act 1?
(a) Pop music.
(b) Animals.
(c) Flowers.
(d) Atoms.

5. Who is the first character introduced in the play?
(a) Janice Vickery.
(b) Nanny.
(c) Tillie.
(d) Mr. Goodman.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of model does Tillie present in school?

2. Tillie's classmates laugh at her at which of the following school events?

3. In the final scene at the end of Act 1, what does Tillie carry in from the front door?

4. Why is Ruth upset with Beatrice at the end of Act 1?

5. Which of the following statements best summarizes the final scene of Act 1?

(see the answer key)

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