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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. What does Dr. William Chumley do to Dr. Lyman Sanderson when he finds out they admitted the wrong patient?
(a) Dr. William Chumley demands that Dr. Lyman Sanderson sort it out.
(b) Dr. William Chumley cackles to himself and goes home, ignoring Dr. Lyman Sanderson.
(c) Dr. William Chumley explains it was a simple mistake and that he'll look into it personally.
(d) Dr. William Chumley fires Dr. Lyman Sanderson.

2. What does Betty Chumley tell the sanitarium staff about Harvey?
(a) His name, height, and favorite foods.
(b) His name and preferences for making friends.
(c) His name and that he's a Pooka.
(d) His jacket and hat size.

3. Betty Chumley and Wilson are left alone at the end of this scene. What do they talk about?
(a) What a tremendous mistake it was to admit Veta Simmons.
(b) What a Pooka is.
(c) When the office would be remodeled.
(d) How polite Elwood Dowd is.

4. How does Elwood Dowd deal with his invisible friend?
(a) Very politely, gesturing for him to enter the room first.
(b) Continually whines about wanting more wishes.
(c) Graciously allows him to do all the talking.
(d) Acts very nervous and hopes he'll go away.

5. Myrtle Mae Simmons answers the phone as the first scene begins. Who is calling?
(a) The IRS.
(b) A long-lost friend.
(c) The Reader's Digest clearinghouse.
(d) The Society Editor of the local paper.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are discussing the treatment to be given to Veta Simmons?

2. According to the dialogue in this scene between Veta SImmons and Ethel Chauvenet, do the two women see each other often?

3. Who does Dr. William Chumley call to verify the name of the patient to be admitted to the sanitarium?

4. What is Ethel Chauvenet's reaction to Elwood Dowd's imaginary friend?

5. What is Myrtle Mae Simmons' attitude toward Elwood Dowd?

(see the answer key)

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