Sorry, Wrong Number Quiz
By Samuel Fischer
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10 Questions
Comprehension
Read each of the following questions. Then choose the letter of the best answer.
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1.
Which statement best describes the main conflict in the play?
Which statement best describes the main conflict in the play?
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2.
Which element shows that this is a drama?
Which element shows that this is a drama?
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3.
In lines 28–29, Mrs. Stevenson is described as “a querulous, self-centered neurotic.” What effect does her character have on the plot?
In lines 28–29, Mrs. Stevenson is described as “a querulous, self-centered neurotic.” What effect does her character have on the plot?
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What evidence supports the inference that the “client” is Mrs. Stevenson’s husband?
What evidence supports the inference that the “client” is Mrs. Stevenson’s husband?
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Why does the author include the scene between Sergeant Duffy and the Lunch Counter Attendant?
Why does the author include the scene between Sergeant Duffy and the Lunch Counter Attendant?
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When the stage directions say that Duffy “double-takes” (line 334), it means that he is
When the stage directions say that Duffy “double-takes” (line 334), it means that he is
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What effect does the dialogue between Mrs. Stevenson and the 3rd Operator have (lines 582–632)? 
What effect does the dialogue between Mrs. Stevenson and the 3rd Operator have (lines 582–632)?
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How does Mrs. Stevenson react after hearing her husband’s telegram?
How does Mrs. Stevenson react after hearing her husband’s telegram?
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Which line first suggests that Mrs. Stevenson might be the intended victim?”
Which line first suggests that Mrs. Stevenson might be the intended victim?”
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What is the effect of George’s line, “Sorry, wrong number” at the end of the play?
What is the effect of George’s line, “Sorry, wrong number” at the end of the play?