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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Sara reject the statuette?
(a) Sara says it will bring her bad luck.
(b) Sara is superstitious about touching it.
(c) Sara says she is too old for it.
(d) Sara says it doesn't match her decor.

2. Gorgeous's husband does not attend the party. What reason is give in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) She does not have one.
(b) He is in Hong Kong on business.
(c) He was too busy to travel.
(d) She reveals that he has divorced her.

3. What have Geoffrey and Pfeni done in honor of Sara's birthday?
(a) Written a poem in her honor.
(b) Written a one-act play in her honor.
(c) Had a painting commisssioned in her honor.
(d) Rewritten lyrics in her honor.

4. What do Geoffrey and Pfeni wear when they enter Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Lounging pajamas.
(b) Disco outfits.
(c) Costumes.
(d) Formal wear.

5. What childhood game do Pfeni and Sara play?
(a) A clapping game.
(b) Marco Polo.
(c) Hopscotch.
(d) Hide 'n' Seek.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Geoffrey's profession?

2. Where does Tom work?

3. Which of these is a personality trait of Gorgeous as exhibited in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What does Gorgeous do for a living?

5. What does Pfeni say is her motivation for coming to dinner?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the character of Merv.

2. What is the basis for the political arguments in Act 1, Scene 3?

3. What can be discerned about the sisters' father?

4. What is the Concert of Europe?

5. In Act 1, Scene 2, what are the preparations for the Sabbath?

6. What might be said about the relationships between mothers and daughters in Act 1, Scene 1?

7. How does Sara act toward Merv in Act 1, Scene 2?

8. What does Sara believe men's perceptions of her are, and how does Merv seem to perceive her?

9. How does Sara feel about Tess's school project?

10. What is represented by Sara's rejection of the statue of Shiva?

(see the answer keys)

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