Lost In Yonkers - Final Test
This quiz is a final assessment for Neil Simon's play Lost in Yonkers.
- 1.
During what time period does the play take place?
- A.
1920's
- B.
1930's
- C.
1940's
- D.
1950's
Correct Answer
C. 1940'sExplanation
The play takes place during the 1940's.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Why have Eddie, Arty, and Jay gone to visit Grandma?
- A.
They always have dinner there on Sundays.
- B.
Eddie has asked Grandma to take the children in for an undetermined amount of time.
- C.
Aunt Bella has taken ill; she needed the company.
- D.
They are attending Uncle Louie's funeral.
Correct Answer
B. Eddie has asked Grandma to take the children in for an undetermined amount of time.Explanation
Eddie, Arty, and Jay have gone to visit Grandma because Eddie has asked Grandma to take the children in for an undetermined amount of time. This suggests that there may be a situation or circumstance that requires the children to stay with Grandma temporarily. The other options, such as having dinner there on Sundays, Aunt Bella being ill, or attending Uncle Louie's funeral, do not provide a reason for the children to stay with Grandma for an undetermined period.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following adjectives best describes Grandma's outward personality?
- A.
Accepting
- B.
Tender
- C.
Rigid
- D.
Poor
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. RigidExplanation
Grandma's outward personality is described as rigid. This suggests that she is inflexible, strict, and resistant to change. She may have a strict set of rules or expectations, and may not easily adapt to new situations or ideas. This adjective implies that Grandma is not open-minded or accepting of different perspectives or ways of doing things.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following is Bella's "weakness"?
- A.
She has married seven times.
- B.
She has a mental handicap.
- C.
She cannot take care of her mother.
- D.
She cannot cook.
Correct Answer
B. She has a mental handicap.Explanation
The correct answer is that Bella's "weakness" is that she has a mental handicap. This means that she has a cognitive impairment or a mental disability that affects her ability to think, learn, and function in daily life. This weakness is different from the other options provided, which include her marital history, her inability to care for her mother, and her lack of cooking skills.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who eventually makes the decision that the boys will stay at Grandma's?
- A.
Aunt Bella
- B.
Grandma
- C.
Eddie
- D.
Jay
Correct Answer
A. Aunt BellaExplanation
Aunt Bella eventually makes the decision that the boys will stay at Grandma's.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Where is Eddie going?
- A.
To fight in the war.
- B.
To work in the scrap metal business in various states.
- C.
To marry his longtime girlfriend.
- D.
To visit an old friend.
Correct Answer
B. To work in the scrap metal business in various states.Explanation
Eddie is going to work in the scrap metal business in various states. This can be inferred from the fact that he is not going to fight in the war, marry his longtime girlfriend, or visit an old friend. Therefore, the correct answer is that he is going to work in the scrap metal business in various states.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Describe the boys' reactions to being told they will live with their grandmother.
- A.
They are excited. They enjoy spending time at her house.
- B.
They are worried and disappointed. They have not had much contact with her.
- C.
They are neither worried nor excited. They do not have positive or negative feelings about Grandma.
- D.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
B. They are worried and disappointed. They have not had much contact with her.Explanation
The correct answer is that the boys are worried and disappointed because they have not had much contact with their grandmother. This suggests that they may not be familiar with her or comfortable with the idea of living with her. Their lack of positive or negative feelings about Grandma indicates a neutral stance, further supporting the notion that they are unsure and apprehensive about this new living arrangement.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What does Grandma call Jay and Arty?
- A.
Jay and Arty
- B.
Thing 1 and Thing 2
- C.
Yakob and Artur
- D.
Jacob and Arthur
Correct Answer
C. Yakob and ArturExplanation
Grandma calls Jay and Arty by the names Yakob and Artur.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Where is Yonkers located?
- A.
Germany
- B.
New York
- C.
Pennsville
- D.
Pennsylvania
Correct Answer
B. New YorkExplanation
Yonkers is located in New York.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What type of business does Grandma own?
- A.
A Laundromat
- B.
A Steakhouse
- C.
A Gym
- D.
A Candy Store
Correct Answer
D. A Candy StoreExplanation
The correct answer is A Candy Store because the question is asking about the type of business that Grandma owns, and out of the given options, a candy store is the most likely business that a Grandma would own.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Why does Grandma walk with a cane?
- A.
From old age.
- B.
She has had her hip replaced.
- C.
She was trampled on by a horse.
- D.
She was pushed from a moving vehicle.
Correct Answer
C. She was trampled on by a horse.Explanation
The correct answer is "She was trampled on by a horse." This is inferred from the options provided, where the other options do not directly explain the need for a cane. Since being trampled by a horse can cause severe injuries, it is likely that Grandma requires a cane for support while walking.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Why does Eddie have to earn a substantial amount of money quickly?
- A.
He has racked up a large gambling debt.
- B.
He owes a loan shark money from the treatment of his wife before she passed.
- C.
He owes his mother a large sum of money.
- D.
Louie's friends have threatened to kill him if he does not fund their vacation.
Correct Answer
B. He owes a loan shark money from the treatment of his wife before she passed.Explanation
Eddie has to earn a substantial amount of money quickly because he owes a loan shark money from the treatment of his wife before she passed. This suggests that Eddie's wife had a medical condition that required expensive treatment, and in order to pay for it, Eddie borrowed money from a loan shark. Now that his wife has passed away, Eddie is left with a debt that he needs to repay urgently, which is why he needs to earn a substantial amount of money quickly.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What do the boys do to "earn" their boarding at Grandma's house?
- A.
They clean the house daily.
- B.
They work in the candy store.
- C.
They run a paper route.
- D.
They work at the local movie theatre as ushers.
Correct Answer
B. They work in the candy store.Explanation
The boys "earn" their boarding at Grandma's house by working in the candy store. This means that they are employed at the store and perform tasks or duties in exchange for their stay at Grandma's house.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Who shows up unexpectedly one night while Jay and Arty are getting ready for bed?
- A.
Aunt Bella
- B.
Aunt Gert
- C.
Their father
- D.
Uncle Louie
Correct Answer
D. Uncle LouieExplanation
Uncle Louie shows up unexpectedly one night while Jay and Arty are getting ready for bed.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Why does Aunt Gert have a speech/breathing problem?
- A.
She was afraid to talk in her sleep when she was younger for fear of what her mother may do to her.
- B.
She was beaten by her mother and punctured a lung as a result.
- C.
The medication she is on forces her to speak this way.
- D.
She has asthma.
Correct Answer
A. She was afraid to talk in her sleep when she was younger for fear of what her mother may do to her.Explanation
The given answer suggests that Aunt Gert has a speech/breathing problem because she was afraid to talk in her sleep when she was younger for fear of what her mother may do to her. This implies that her fear and anxiety during her younger years might have caused a psychological or emotional trauma, leading to her speech/breathing problem.Rate this question:
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- 16.
What does Uncle Louie do for a living?
- A.
He works in the candy store.
- B.
He drives a limo.
- C.
He works for the mob.
- D.
He owns a laundromat.
Correct Answer
C. He works for the mob.Explanation
The correct answer is "He works for the mob." This is indicated by the fact that the other options mention different occupations such as working in a candy store, driving a limo, and owning a laundromat, while this option suggests involvement in illegal activities.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Why has Bella been frequenting the movies lately?
- A.
She enjoys seeing the same movie repeatedly.
- B.
She has met someone who works there.
- C.
She and Grandma enjoy trips to the movies.
- D.
She enjoys taking the boys to see movies.
Correct Answer
B. She has met someone who works there.Explanation
Bella has been frequenting the movies lately because she has met someone who works there. This suggests that Bella's motivation for going to the movies is not solely based on her personal preferences, but rather because she has a connection to someone who is employed at the movie theater.Rate this question:
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- 18.
True or False? The boys attempt to steal money from their grandmother.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer is true because it states that the boys attempt to steal money from their grandmother. This implies that the boys made an effort to take money from their grandmother without her knowledge or permission.Rate this question:
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- 19.
True or False? Aunt Bella steals money from her mother.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 20.
What presents does Aunt Bella and "Grandma" buy for the boys before they return home with their father?
- A.
Ice cream sundaes
- B.
Candy
- C.
A Football and a basketball
- D.
Movies
Correct Answer
C. A Football and a basketballExplanation
Aunt Bella and "Grandma" buy a football and a basketball for the boys before they return home with their father.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Identify which character is speaking for the next few questions. Where would someone like Grandma hide her money?
- A.
Jay
- B.
Arty
- C.
Eddie
- D.
Louie
Correct Answer
A. JayExplanation
The correct answer is Jay. Based on the information provided in the question, it is stated that Jay is the character speaking. Therefore, it can be inferred that Jay would know where Grandma would hide her money.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Jay, do you think the Germans would let some Jew in Poland send $9,000 to some Jew in Alabama?
- A.
Uncle Louie
- B.
Aunt Bella
- C.
Arty
- D.
Eddie
Correct Answer
C. ArtyExplanation
The question is asking for Jay's opinion on whether the Germans would allow a Jew in Poland to send $9,000 to a Jew in Alabama. Out of the given options, Arty is the most likely to have an opinion on this matter, as he is the only one who is mentioned to be Jewish. Therefore, Arty is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 23.
You guys have to promise not to tell grandma! Jay?
- A.
Arty
- B.
Uncle Louie
- C.
Eddie
- D.
Aunt Bella
Correct Answer
D. Aunt BellaExplanation
The given answer "Aunt Bella" can be inferred as the correct answer because the question implies that someone is being asked to keep a secret from grandma. Among the options provided, Aunt Bella is the only family member mentioned, suggesting that she is the person being referred to in the conversation.Rate this question:
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- 24.
"You got moxie."
- A.
Aunt Bella
- B.
Jay
- C.
Uncle Louie
- D.
Grandma
Correct Answer
C. Uncle LouieExplanation
Uncle Louie is the correct answer because the phrase "You got moxie" is often used to compliment someone's boldness, courage, or determination. Uncle Louie is likely the one who said this because he is known for his straightforward and bold personality. Aunt Bella, Jay, and Grandma might not be the best choices because they may not be known for using such an informal and spirited expression.Rate this question:
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- 25.
What becomes of Uncle Louie?
- A.
He is killed by the mob.
- B.
He joins the Army.
- C.
He moves to Mexico.
- D.
He becomes a mob boss.
Correct Answer
B. He joins the Army. -
- 26.
True or False? The boys run out the door before saying goodbye to Grandma when their father arrives.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The correct answer is False because the question states that the boys run out the door before saying goodbye to Grandma when their father arrives. However, the answer is False, indicating that this statement is not true. Therefore, the boys do not run out the door before saying goodbye to Grandma when their father arrives.Rate this question:
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- 27.
True or False? Grandma never feels emotion. She is completely cold on the inside and out.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement that Grandma never feels emotion and is completely cold on the inside and out is false. This is because emotions are a natural part of being human, and it is unlikely that someone would be completely devoid of emotions. It is more reasonable to assume that Grandma, like any other person, experiences a range of emotions.Rate this question:
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- 28.
True or False? Eddie is successful in earning the money to pay the loan sharks back.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer states that Eddie is successful in earning the money to pay the loan sharks back. This implies that Eddie was able to gather enough funds to repay his debt to the loan sharks.Rate this question:
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- 29.
True or False? Grandma cannot wait for the boys to leave.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The correct answer is False because the statement states that Grandma cannot wait for the boys to leave, which means she is eagerly anticipating their departure. However, the answer is False, indicating that the statement is incorrect. Therefore, Grandma can wait for the boys to leave.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Which character went through the most significant change throughout the play? Support your answer with textual evidence. Your answer must be at least 8-10 sentences in length.
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