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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What critical remark does Beatrice make about Ruth prior to the science fair?
(a) She says Ruth has a bad complexion.
(b) She says Ruth's hair bow is too large.
(c) She says Ruth's sweater is too tight.
(d) She says Ruth's lipstick is an ugly color.

2. Who does Beatrice receive a phone call from in Act 1?
(a) Ruth.
(b) Mr. Goodman.
(c) Janice Vickery.
(d) Nanny.

3. What does Beatrice read about in the newspaper?
(a) Real estate listings.
(b) Elder abuse.
(c) Sports.
(d) Teenage drinking.

4. Which statement does Beatrice make before the science fair?
(a) I'm really proud of you and I'd be happy to make a speech if you win.
(b) You know, even if you don't win, I'm still proud of you.
(c) You better win.
(d) I don't care even if you do win the whole thing, I'm not making any speech.

5. Which chemical was involved in Janice Vickery's experiment?
(a) Sodium hydroxide.
(b) Chocolate.
(c) Colbalt-60.
(d) Gasoline.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Beatrice do immediately after placing her first phone call in Act 2?

2. Which character appears for the first time when Beatrice is reading the newspaper?

3. After the science fair, which of the following questions does Ruth NOT ask Beatrice?

4. What does Tillie say to Beatrice when she sees the outfit she is wearing to the science fair?

5. Where is Nanny at the end of Act 2?

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