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What is the main conflict in the play, "Sorry, Wrong Number"?

The operator's inability to connect Mrs. Stevenson's call.

The accidental interception of a conversation about a murder. (correct)

A planned robbery being carried out by the First Man.

The difficulty Mrs. Stevenson faces while trying to reach her husband at work.

Mrs. Stevenson's fear of being alone at home.

What is the significance of the title "Sorry, Wrong Number" in the play?

It reflects the protagonist's struggle to communicate with her husband.

It emphasizes the operator's repeated apologies for connection issues.

It ironically highlights the tragic consequence of dialing the wrong number. (correct)

It represents the theme of missed opportunities and miscommunication.

Which character in the play is involved in planning a robbery?

The Operator

George

Mrs. Stevenson

First Man (correct)

What technique is used in the play to enhance the suspense and fear?

<p>The inclusion of sound effects to create realistic atmosphere. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most significant event that unfolds in the play, creating a terrifying revelation for Mrs. Stevenson?

<p>The discovery of the murder details during the intercepted call. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Mrs. Stevenson

A neurotic woman frustrated by a busy phone line.

The robbery plot

Discussion between two men planning a crime.

Wrong number concept

Mistakenly dialing the number leading to a frightful conversation.

Use of sound effects

Techniques to create atmosphere and suspense in the play.

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Realization moment

Mrs. Stevenson discovers she called the wrong number.

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Characters and Roles

Mrs. Stevenson: A neurotic, self-centered woman
First Man: A client in a phone booth
Second Man: Has a foreign accent
George: A person on the other end of the line
Operator: Handles the phone calls
Western Union Clerk

Plot Summary

Mrs. Stevenson repeatedly dials a wrong number.
She is trying to reach her husband's office but is instead cut off from her call.
She's experiencing extreme anxiety and stress.
A client requests a robbery be staged at the office building she was trying to reach
The call involves a planned murder.

Key Events

Mrs. Stevenson dials Murray Hill 4-0098 repeatedly
Caller's (First Man's) instructions for a robbery
The operator is involved with the request
The call is interrupted multiple times
Mrs. Stevenson is aware of a murder about to happen

Dialogue

Characters' conversation including details of the planned robbery
Instructions for what needs to be done and where items need to be placed
Questions and answers about what and how items need to be handled in the robbery.

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Test your knowledge of the intense drama in the phone call scenario involving Mrs. Stevenson. Explore the characters, plot, and key events surrounding the anxiety-filled conversation. Evaluate your understanding of the storyline and its characters by taking this quiz.