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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What time does the 1st Man say that a subway train crosses the bridge in Act I, Part 1?
(a) 11:15.
(b) 10:15.
(c) 10.
(d) 11.

2. What type of voice does the man have who calls Mrs. Stevenson in Act I, Part 4?
(a) Lively and pleasant.
(b) Dull and flat.
(c) Monotone.
(d) Quick and hurried.

3. After listening to the telegram and trying to have the operator reach her husband's office, what does Mrs. Stevenson do?
(a) Whimpers.
(b) Sniffles.
(c) Grabs a handkerchief and wipes away tears.
(d) Sobs pityingly to herself.

4. What does Mrs. Stevenson decide she is when she decides to make a second call after she heard the telegram read?
(a) Due.
(b) Entitled.
(c) Deserving.
(d) Needy.

5. What is the heavy-set man wearing as he speaks on the phone in Act I, Part 1?
(a) Jacket.
(b) Suit jacket.
(c) Hat.
(d) Overcoat.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Mrs. Stevenson become sick?

2. What does Mrs. Stevenson think the police should do?

3. In Act I, Part 2, when Mrs. Stevenson is talking with the Chief Operator, how long has it been since Mrs. Stevenson heard the two men talking?

4. Where on the stage is the Second Operator seated?

5. What is the job of the person who is with Sergeant Duffy when he takes the call from Mrs. Stevenson in Act 1, Part 2?

(see the answer key)

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