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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Fonsia misplace her card in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) In her lap.
(b) Behind her ear.
(c) In her mouth.
(d) Under the ash tray.

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

3. As Weller begins losing his temper, he begins yelling. He also begins doing what?
(a) Swearing.
(b) Making bigoted remarks.
(c) Kicking the furniture.
(d) Holding his chest.

4. Weller draws what insult from the following statement by Fonsia: "I can't help it"?
(a) That he doesn't know how to play gin.
(b) That he can't beat a woman.
(c) That she is taking pity on him.
(d) That she thinks he is destined to lose against her.

5. Where does Fonsia's son live?
(a) Denver.
(b) Vancouver.
(c) Ottawa.
(d) Hollywood.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Weller, the Welfare Department allows people to keep how much money?

2. According to Weller in Act 1, Scene 2, how are the percentages looking?

3. What does Fonsia use the pillow for?

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

5. What does Weller refer to as "dumb Gin"?

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