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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act Two: Scenes 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Chris hold in his hands the first time he comes to see his mother Cynthia after being released from prison?
(a) A gun.
(b) A wad of cash.
(c) A bouquet of flowers.
(d) A Bible.

2. In addition to her car payments, what other bill is Cynthia most concerned about being able to pay?
(a) Chris's tuition bill.
(b) Brucie's rent.
(c) Her mortgage.
(d) Her electric bill.

3. At what location does Oscar tell Tracey he has seen a posting for employment opportunities at Olstead's?
(a) The MEChA headquarters.
(b) Centro Hispano.
(c) City Hall.
(d) The Methodist Church.

4. Which family member of Jessie had lived in the state where she and Felix had planned to end up after their cross-country hitchhiking stint?
(a) Her uncle.
(b) Her brother.
(c) Her cousin.
(d) Her dad.

5. Toward whom does Stan repeatedly make unrequited romantic advances?
(a) Tracey.
(b) Marcia.
(c) Jessie.
(d) Cynthia.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tracey say was the event that sent Jessie into the depths of alcoholism?

2. Who changes the locks and does not provide Jason with a key once he turns 21 years old?

3. What does Chris say is the reason he did not enroll in college fall semester?

4. Cynthia tells Tracey not to think that just because she "went upstairs" (59) that she "can't see [something] on the floor" (60). What does she say she can still see on the floor?

5. Who tells Chris that she bets he is proud of his mother Cynthia for her recent promotion?

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