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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. Does Elwood Dowd order from Mrs. Greenawalt?
(a) No.
(b) Yes, one subscription.
(c) Yes, two subscriptions.
(d) Yes, three subscriptions.

2. What does Mrs. Greenawalt try to sell Elwood Dowd over the phone?
(a) A subscription.
(b) A vacation package.
(c) A vacuum.
(d) A set of custom knives.

3. What does Elwood Dowd carry around with him?
(a) A snowglobe and a rabbit's foot.
(b) A hat and raincoat.
(c) A Bible and a set of keys.
(d) An umbrella and a pocket knife.

4. In what room does Elwood Dowd wait when the ladies excuse themselves?
(a) The living room.
(b) The parlor.
(c) The foyer.
(d) The dining room.

5. What is the probable reason why Veta Simmons wants to get in with the town's society crowd?
(a) To get better psychiatric care for Elwood Dowd.
(b) To hold frequent book readings in her home.
(c) To improve her financial status.
(d) To find a good husband for her daughter, Myrtle Mae Simmons.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Elwood Dowd tell Ethel Chauvenet when she reacts to his casual conversation with his invisible friend?

2. What form does Harvey take?

3. What does Elwood Dowd get from behind a book on the bookcase?

4. Myrtle Mae Simmons answers the phone as the first scene begins. Who is calling?

5. What observation does Myrtle Mae Simmons make about her mother in relation to her uncle, Elwood Dowd?

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