Character Motivations and Events in The Westing Game

The transcript describes a series of events in an apartment building, starting with a lost-and-found bulletin board that becomes popular among tenants. Turtle Wexler engages in a stock market venture, hoping to win an inheritance. Family dynamics unfold as preparations for a party take place, with various characters interacting and revealing personal motives. Judge Ford investigates a lawsuit against Sam Westing, and the party begins, setting the stage for further developments.

What was the initial purpose of the typed index card in the elevator?

• To advertise a restaurant

• To announce a party

• To list available apartments

• To report lost business papers

What was the result of the bulletin board idea?

• It was ignored by tenants

• It caused confusion among tenants

• It became an instant success

• It was removed by management

Which item was NOT mentioned as lost in the notices?

• Silver cross

• Topaz pin

• Gold watch

• String of pearls

What did Turtle Wexler hope to achieve with the stock market?

• To buy a new house

• To impress her friends

• To prove her skills

• To lose money

How did Grace Wexler try to bond with Turtle?

• By buying her a gift

• By fixing her hair

• By taking her shopping

• By cooking her favorite meal

What was Angela's excuse for not wearing her engagement ring?

• She lost it

• She didn't like it

• It was being cleaned

• She had a rash on her finger

What was the theme of the party costumes planned by Siddell?

• Historical figures

• Identical costumes

• Superheroes

• Famous couples

What was Judge Ford investigating?

• A lawsuit against Sam Westing

• A missing person

• A real estate deal

• A new business opportunity

Who was the inventor that sued Sam Westing?

• Denton Deere

• Theo Theodorakis

• Doug Hoo

• James Hoo

What was the main reason Mr. Hoo disliked parties?

• He didn't like the food

• He found them boring

• He disliked the noise

• He had seen enough people acting foolishly