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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which word does the playwright use to describe Beatrice's tone when speaking to Nanny?
(a) Respectful.
(b) Saccharine.
(c) Devilish.
(d) Motherly.

3. What excuse does Ruth give for getting out of gym class?
(a) Her lipstick had rubbed off.
(b) Her legs hurt.
(c) Her skull was growing.
(d) Her sister needed her.

4. Tillie makes the following announcement at the beginning of the final scene in Act 1:
(a) "Mother, they want me to do something at school."
(b) "Mother, I am dropping out of school."
(c) "Mother, I sprained my ankle in gym today."
(d) "Mother, Nanny is choking."

5. Tillie's classmates laugh at her at which of the following school events?
(a) A science assembly.
(b) A school play.
(c) A soccer game.
(d) A pep rally.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of animal is kept in the wire cage in the front left room?

2. At the end of Act 1, Tillie reacts to Beatrice in what way?

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

4. Who says that Tillie and Ruth are misfits?

5. At the end of Act 1, Ruth's emotions toward Tillie would be best described as:

Short Essay Questions

1. Is Beatrice supportive of Tillie's interest in science?

2. Describe the setting of the play in Act 1.

3. Why does Beatrice chloroform the rabbit?

4. In what way does Beatrice pay Tillie a compliment prior to the science fair?

5. How does the science experiment make Tillie feel, and why?

6. Is Beatrice of sound mind?

7. Describe the relationship between Ruth and Beatrice.

8. Briefly describe Beatrice's recurring nightmare.

9. What is Beatrice's opinion of Nanny's daughter? Why do you think she has such strong feelings about her?

10. Is Beatrice content with her life?

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