Almost, Maine

Reading Check and Short Answer Questions on key points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.

PROLOGUE-SCENE 4

Reading Check

1. According to the stage directions, what is the “backdrop” for the entirety of the play?

2. Which two words does Pete repeat as Ginette exits the stage?

3. According to Glory, what is geographically unique about Maine?

4. What is the reason for the town’s name, “Almost”?

5. What item do East and Glory keep exchanging throughout their scene?

6. What event is Sandrine celebrating at the Moose Paddy?

7. What does Gayle say that she would like to have back from Lendall?

8. What stage direction is written at the end of each of the scenes?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. Describe the play’s opening interaction between Ginette and Pete. What “first” do the couple share together? What interesting argument does Pete make to Ginette?

2. Why is Glory on East’s property? How does East respond to her presence throughout their scene together?

3. Summarize the interaction between Jimmy and Sandrine. What information does she reveal midway through the scene that changes the dynamic between this pair? How does Jimmy react to the information overall?

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