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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who gives the introduction to the play?
(a) The director.
(b) The narrator.
(c) An assembly of cast members.
(d) The stage manager.

2. What does Dr. Gibbs talk to George about when he sees him after school?
(a) His bad grades.
(b) Disrespecting his mother.
(c) Spending too much time with Emily.
(d) Neglecting his chores.

3. What does Emily demand of George just before they get married?
(a) That he allow her to live near her family.
(b) That he love her forever.
(c) That he buy her a house.
(d) That he be a good father.

4. What is Howie Newsome's occupation?
(a) Milkman.
(b) Soldier.
(c) Farmer.
(d) Paperboy.

5. What does George do after being teased on his wedding day?
(a) Cries.
(b) Runs out of the church.
(c) Punches someone.
(d) Remains calm.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who asks questions of Mr. Webb when he has finished his introduction of the town?

2. What personal detail about Simon Stimson do we learn from the stage manager?

3. What is happening to George to prevent him from playing baseball?

4. Where was Emily just before she came on stage in the second scene?

5. Why is Mrs. Gibbs so worried about her husband?

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