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    What does Blanche give to the Young Collector?

    • A letter from Stella
    • A kiss
    • Money
    • Food
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An extra credit quiz I had to make for english :) enjoy!

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  • 2. 

    What subject did Blanche teach at her school? 

    • Math

    • Science

    • English

    • History

    Correct Answer
    A. English
    Explanation
    Blanche taught English at her school.

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  • 3. 

    Who lives upstairs from Stanley and Stella?

    • An old couple

    • Steve and Eunice

    • A negro woman

    • Mitch along with his mother

    Correct Answer
    A. Steve and Eunice
    Explanation
    Steve and Eunice live upstairs from Stanley and Stella.

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  • 4. 

    What does Stanley buy Blanche for her birthday?

    • A ticket

    • A bouquet

    • A new dress

    • A bottle of booze

    Correct Answer
    A. A ticket
    Explanation
    Stanley buys Blanche a ticket for her birthday. This suggests that he wants her to leave and not be a part of their lives anymore. By giving her a ticket, he is essentially telling her to go away and start a new life somewhere else. This action reflects Stanley's dislike and resentment towards Blanche, as he sees her as a burden and wants to get rid of her.

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  • 5. 

    Why did Blanche quit her job teaching?

    • She had an affair with a young male student

    • She had an affair with another male teacher

    • She got caught drinking in the bathroom

    • None of the Above

    Correct Answer
    A. She had an affair with a young male student
    Explanation
    Blanche quit her job teaching because she had an affair with a young male student. This inappropriate relationship would have likely violated professional ethics and could have led to serious consequences for both Blanche and the school.

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  • 6. 

    What type of music was Blanche listening to when her husband committed suicide?

    • Jazz

    • Classic

    • A Polka tune

    • Irish Fig

    Correct Answer
    A. A Polka tune
    Explanation
    Blanche was listening to a Polka tune when her husband committed suicide. This suggests that the music she was listening to may have influenced her husband's decision or may have been symbolic of the emotional state they were both in at the time. Polka music is often associated with lively and energetic rhythms, but it can also have melancholic undertones, which could have resonated with the couple's emotional turmoil. The choice of a Polka tune adds a layer of complexity to the story and implies a possible connection between the music and the tragic event.

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  • 7. 

    What sound does Blanche always hear before the Polka tune stops?

    • A gun shot

    • The cry of a woman

    • The squawk of a bird

    • A car crashing

    Correct Answer
    A. A gun shot
    Explanation
    Blanche always hears a gun shot before the Polka tune stops. This suggests that the Polka tune is being abruptly interrupted by a violent act, possibly indicating a dangerous or chaotic situation.

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  • 8. 

    What does Blanche pretend to find when Mitch comes by while Stella is in labor?

    • Liquor

    • A candle

    • A weapon

    • Bath salts

    Correct Answer
    A. Liquor
    Explanation
    Blanche pretends to find liquor when Mitch comes by while Stella is in labor. This suggests that Blanche is trying to create a distraction or an excuse to avoid interacting with Mitch. It also implies that Blanche may be using alcohol as a coping mechanism or a way to escape from her current reality.

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  • 9. 

    Where does Stanley find Eunice after the fight with Steve?

    • In a hotel

    • At the local bar

    • Hiding down the street

    • At the police station

    Correct Answer
    A. At the local bar
    Explanation
    Stanley finds Eunice at the local bar after the fight with Steve. This suggests that Eunice may have gone to the bar to seek solace or escape from the conflict. It is possible that she wanted to distance herself from the situation and find some comfort or support from friends or familiar surroundings at the bar.

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  • 10. 

    What doesn’t Blanche know?

    • How to get to the Flamingo Hotel

    • Her sister's neighbor's name

    • How to brush her hair

    • Shep Huntleigh’s phone number and address

    Correct Answer
    A. Shep Huntleigh’s phone number and address
    Explanation
    Blanche doesn't know Shep Huntleigh's phone number and address.

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  • 11. 

    Why is Blanche grateful to the doctor in the last scene?

    • He gave her a cigarette

    • He almost saved her life

    • He is very kind

    • He gave her directions

    Correct Answer
    A. He is very kind
    Explanation
    Blanche is grateful to the doctor in the last scene because he is very kind. This suggests that the doctor has shown compassion and empathy towards Blanche, possibly providing her with support and understanding during a difficult time. His kindness could have made her feel cared for and valued, leading to her gratitude towards him.

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  • 12. 

    What material is Mitch's jacket made from?

    • Wool

    • Fake Leather

    • Alpaca

    • Silk

    Correct Answer
    A. Alpaca
    Explanation
    Mitch's jacket is made from Alpaca.

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  • 13. 

    Where is Shep Huntleigh from?

    • New York City

    • Seattle

    • Atlanta

    • Dallas

    Correct Answer
    A. Dallas
    Explanation
    Shep Huntleigh is from Dallas.

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  • 14. 

    What does Stella profess she likes to do for her sister?

    • Get her dates

    • Dress her up

    • Write a few letters

    • Serve her

    Correct Answer
    A. Serve her
    Explanation
    Stella professes that she likes to serve her sister. This suggests that she enjoys taking care of her sister and fulfilling her needs. Serving her could involve tasks such as cooking for her, helping her with household chores, or assisting her in any other way that she requires. This answer implies that Stella is willing to go out of her way to support and help her sister.

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  • 15. 

    Where is Stella when Blanche first arrives at Elysian Fields?

    • At the local bar

    • At her neighbor's house

    • At the bowling alley

    • At the Flamingo Hotel

    Correct Answer
    A. At the bowling alley
    Explanation
    When Blanche first arrives at Elysian Fields, Stella is at the bowling alley. This is evident from the context of the question, which implies that Stella is not present at home when Blanche arrives. The other options, such as the local bar, her neighbor's house, and the Flamingo Hotel, are not mentioned in the question and therefore can be ruled out as possible answers.

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  • 16. 

    What led Blanche to move from her hometown to New Orleans in “A Streetcar Named Desire”?

    • Inheritance loss due to family deaths

    • Her husband’s suicide 

    • Her sister’s invitation 

    • Desire for a change of scenery

    Correct Answer
    A. Inheritance loss due to family deaths
    Explanation
    Blanche lost her family’s estate, Belle Reve, due to the deaths of family members. This loss wiped out her inheritance, leading her to seek refuge with her sister Stella and brother-in-law Stanley in New Orleans. The play “A Streetcar Named Desire” explores Blanche’s struggles and the impact of her past on her present life. 

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  • 17. 

    Which happens first?

    • Stella goes into labor

    • Eunice gets in a fight with Steve

    • Blanche meets Mitch

    • Blanche kisses the Young Collector

    Correct Answer
    A. Blanche meets Mitch
    Explanation
    Blanche meeting Mitch happens before any of the other events mentioned. This is because Blanche's encounter with Mitch is a significant event in the play "A Streetcar Named Desire" by Tennessee Williams. It marks the beginning of their relationship and sets the stage for the development of their storyline. The other events, such as Stella going into labor, Eunice fighting with Steve, and Blanche kissing the Young Collector, occur at different points in the narrative but after Blanche and Mitch have already met.

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  • 18. 

    Which of the following best describes Elysian Fields?

    • Working class

    • Noisy

    • Ethnically Diverse

    • A,b, and c

    Correct Answer
    A. A,b, and c
    Explanation
    Elysian Fields can be described as a place that is working class, noisy, and ethnically diverse.

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  • 19. 

    One of these symbols is not an actual symbol in A Streetcar named Desire. Which is it?

    • The Lamplight

    • Meat

    • Beer

    • The Polka tune

    Correct Answer
    A. Beer
    Explanation
    In the play "A Streetcar Named Desire," the symbol of beer is not actually mentioned. The other symbols, such as the lamplight, meat, and the polka tune, are all significant elements in the play. The lamplight represents illusion and fantasy, meat symbolizes desire and sexuality, and the polka tune is associated with Blanche's past and her mental instability. However, beer does not hold any symbolic meaning in the context of the play.

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  • 20. 

    Why doesn't Stanley like Blanche?

    • Because she isn't attractive not one bit

    • He thinks she stole something of his

    • He believes that everything she has to say is either exaggerated or false

    • Both a and b

    Correct Answer
    A. He believes that everything she has to say is either exaggerated or false
    Explanation
    Stanley doesn't like Blanche because he believes that everything she has to say is either exaggerated or false. This suggests that Stanley finds Blanche to be dishonest or untrustworthy, leading to his dislike for her.

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