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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Fonsia, why does she acquiesce and play a game of gin in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Because Weller would only pester her until she played.
(b) Because it might shut Weller up.
(c) Because she didn't want to interact with the Extended Family.
(d) Because the Sunshine Ladies were running late.

2. How many points do Fonsia and Weller play to in their first game?
(a) 150 points.
(b) 200 points.
(c) 100 points.
(d) 50 point.

3. What is Fonsia's nickname?
(a) Fonsa.
(b) Sina.
(c) Fonsie.
(d) Flow.

4. When Weller claims to have a good hand, what is Fonsia's response?
(a) "Good, it's about time."
(b) "I've got a good one, too."
(c) "I hope you win."
(d) "May the best woman win."

5. When Weller begins losing his temper at the game, Fonsia threatens what?
(a) To beat him without letting him score a single point.
(b) To start keeping score herself.
(c) To start playing seriously.
(d) To stop playing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened to Fonsia's husband?

2. What is the first move of the gin game?

3. How does the Home, according to Weller, promote the theft of tenants' goods?

4. What is the dietitian's name?

5. In Weller's rage, he confirms having what health condition, although he claimed to have no condition in Act 1, Scene 1?

(see the answer key)

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