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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the protagonist of Next to Normal?
(a) Marsha.
(b) Diana.
(c) Katie.
(d) Natalie.

2. What is the name of the song in Act 1, Scene 1 in which the main characters each sing about their morning?
(a) "Just Another Day".
(b) "Who's Crazy".
(c) "Everything Else".
(d) "Perfect for You".

3. What drug do Natalie and Henry use in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) Marijuana.
(b) Methamphetamine.
(c) Cocaine.
(d) LSD.

4. What refers to a substance in its carbonate or citrate form used in the treatment or prophylaxis of bipolar disorder or mania?
(a) Lamictal.
(b) Lithium.
(c) Zoloft.
(d) Paxil.

5. In what year was Next to Normal nominated for eleven Tony Awards?
(a) 2000.
(b) 2002.
(c) 2009.
(d) 2005.

Short Answer Questions

1. Act 1, Scene 4 flashes back to Dan's proposal, which was prompted by the news that Diana was what?

2. What reflective ballad does Dan sing in Act 1, Scene 5 about his son?

3. What does Diana enter with after dinner in Act 1, Scene 5?

4. What is the name of the protagonist's son who died in the musical?

5. From what song does the line "things aren't as bizarre as they are" come in Next to Normal?

(see the answer key)

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