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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are Tom's emotions upon seeing that the person who called for help is fine?
(a) Embarrassment and annoyance.
(b) Confusion and annoyance.
(c) Relief and good humor.
(d) Relief and annoyance.

2. What is the one item that stands out in the greenhouse?
(a) A huge plant, clinging to the back wall.
(b) A dead plant.
(c) A gun.
(d) A broken window.

3. What is Elizabeth's philosophy regarding new plant varieties?
(a) New plants are always exciting.
(b) Anything new should be better.
(c) Plants should never be hybridized.
(d) She likes only roses.

4. What is Anthony's attitude toward Claire?
(a) He defies her whenever possible.
(b) He urges her to destroy the plants.
(c) He obeys any order she gives.
(d) He loves her, but despises the plants.

5. What does Claire tell Tom regarding "The Breath of Life?"
(a) The plant will not bloom for another two weeks.
(b) The experiment no longer interests her.
(c) She will know tomorrow if the experiment has been successful.
(d) The plant has died.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which is the best description of Dick?

2. In what time period does the play take place?

3. What is the nature of the song sung at the end of the play?

4. From what does Claire say she needs to be rescued?

5. What is the condition of "The Breath of Life" in Act 3?

(see the answer key)

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