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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. Why must Eddie keep working, even after hearing the doctor's diagnosis?
(a) He enjoys his job.
(b) He needs to pay back the loan shark.
(c) He loves to work.
(d) He does not feel as bad as the doctor makes his diagnosis sound.

2. How is this scene similar to Act I, Scene 2?
(a) This scene begins with a voice-over.
(b) This scene begins with Eddie walking into the room.
(c) This scene begins with the boys talking.
(d) This scene begins with Bella.

3. How is Louie insulted?
(a) When the boys tell him they do not want him around anymore.
(b) When Bella asks him to leave.
(c) When his mother tells him he is worthless.
(d) When Grandma Kurnitz returns $100 that Louie had left on her bureau.

4. What news does Eddie's doctor give?
(a) He is as healthy as a horse.
(b) He only has a few days to live.
(c) He has cancer.
(d) He has an irregular heartbeat.

5. Why are their feelings short-lived?
(a) The man introduces himself as their Uncle Louie.
(b) The man leaves quickly.
(c) It is their father.
(d) It is just Grandma.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Bella want to tell everyone tonight?

2. About what does Louie tell the boys not to worry?

3. In spite of all their differences, what do each of the family members need?

4. Why does Grandma Kurnitz tell Louie that he is required to stay for dinner?

5. What will Eddie be doing?

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