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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. 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.

2. In this game of gin, what is 'knocking'?
(a) Knocking is a rule only the dealer can invoke requiring the player to discard two cards.
(b) Knocking is an alternate way of winning based on who has the fewest unmatched points in their hand.
(c) Knocking is allowed once a game and is a pass on drawing a card.
(d) Knocking allows a player to pick up a discarded card.

3. How many grandchildren does Fonsia have?
(a) 5.
(b) 3.
(c) 2.
(d) 4.

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

5. In Act 1, Scene 2, Weller explains how he started enjoying playing gin earlier in life. What context did he play in?
(a) As a father.
(b) As a business partner.
(c) As a traveling salesman.
(d) As a businessman on business trips.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Weller think drives the management of the Home to provide entertainment?

2. What card games is Fonsia familiar with?

3. What is a 'leg' considered in scoring gin?

4. When Weller suggests that Fonsia check with her doctor and not a welfare quack, what does she snap back at him?

5. What is the name of Fonsia's oldest grandchild?

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