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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Max say that when Sam gets married, he should bring his bride home?
(a) There will be a big party.
(b) Max will give her a family heirloom.
(c) She can cook for them.
(d) Max will tell her the family's history.

2. While Max is questioning Teddy about when he plans to leave, how does Joey interact with Ruth?
(a) He helps her light the fire.
(b) He shows her his watch.
(c) He lies on top of Ruth.
(d) He pours her a drink.

3. After Ruth falls onto the floor, what does she ask for?
(a) Something to eat and drink
(b) An ice pack
(c) Some understanding
(d) Help getting up

4. When Teddy and Ruth come downstairs and Max sees them for the first time, what does he want to know?
(a) If anyone knew Teddy and Ruth were in the house
(b) If someone gave Teddy and Ruth breakfast
(c) If Lenny and Joey had made too much noise during the night
(d) If Sam had given Teddy and Ruth a wedding gift

5. What does Max say about whether or not he followed his father's wishes?
(a) Max said he left home.
(b) Max said he did what his father asked.
(c) Max said he resented what his father asked him.
(d) Max said he decided it wasn't his responsibility.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Max and Sam enter as the brothers are discussing Joey's time upstairs with Ruth, what is the first thing Max asks?

2. When Lenny first sees Teddy ready to leave with his suitcases nearby, what does he mock Teddy about?

3. To whom does Max compare Sam?

4. For how long does Max say Ruth would have to pay her own way in the family?

5. When Teddy suggests one last time that Ruth come home with him, what does Lenny say?

(see the answer key)

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