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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Fonsia wins the first gin game by doing what?
(a) By calling gin and leaving the hand open, and having nothing to discard.
(b) By being dealt the perfect hand and calling gin immediately.
(c) By trapping Weller with high cards and knocking.
(d) By picking up Weller's discarded Jack and calling gin.

2. What is the minimum number of cards needed for a straight in gin?
(a) 5 cards.
(b) 2 cards.
(c) 4 cards.
(d) 3 cards.

3. Fonsia has how many siblings?
(a) 4 siblings.
(b) 2 siblings.
(c) 1 sibling.
(d) 3 siblings.

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

5. What is Weller's last name?
(a) Martin.
(b) Ones.
(c) James.
(d) Mosley.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of gin does Fonsia wish to stick to at first?

2. Where does Fonsia's sister live?

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

4. What kept Weller from relocating with his family?

5. What was the name of Fonsia's husband?

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