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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What delegation is Geoffrey expecting?
(a) A delegation of homeless people.
(b) A delegation of foreign dignitaries.
(c) A delegation of revolutionaries.
(d) A delegation of American theater owners.

2. What does Geoffrey say about Pfeni's appearance?
(a) He says she should "do something" with her hair.
(b) He says she could stand to lose a few pounds.
(c) He says she is gorgeous.
(d) He says she is attractive but does not wear clothes that show off her figure.

3. What question does Merv pose about his wife's death during Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) Was it inevitable?
(b) Was it fair?
(c) Was it a sign of God's wrath?
(d) Was it preventable?

4. What sort of mother did the sisters Rosensweig appear to have?
(a) A warm and supportive mother.
(b) A critical mother.
(c) An alcoholic mother.
(d) An absent mother.

5. How do Merv and Geoffrey know each other?
(a) Through the theater.
(b) Through their political affiliations.
(c) Through the Jewish temple.
(d) Through a friend.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the statue of Shiva represent?

2. What does Sara say to Merv about the possibility of a liaison during Act 1, Scene 4?

3. What other play is referenced in Act 1, Scene 3?

4. What does Gorgeous say about Geoffrey's friends when she first encounters Merv?

5. What does Merv say about his feelings for his late wife during Act 1, Scene 4?

(see the answer key)

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