Vocabulary
Explain the meaning of "pancake makeup"
Too much foundation
What is Vivian's main talent?
Sewing
Who is Edna Parker Watson?
An actress
What's the name of Peg's theatre?
Lily Playhouse
Why does Vivian's engagement to Jim Larsen end?
He enlists in the army
Explain the meaning of the word "showstopper"
A performance or performer that evokes so much applause from the audience that the show is temporarily interrupted
How old is Vivian when she moves to New York City?
19
What does Marjorie name her son?
Nathan
What are the names of the showgirls Vivian meets as soon as she gets to New York City?
Celia and Gladys
Who helps keep Vivian's identity a secret after the scandal breaks?
Olive
Explain the meaning of "be/fall off the wagon"
To return to drinking alcohol after a period of abstinence. Usually said of recovering alcoholics
Who taught Vivian how to sew?
Grandma Morris
Why can Frank not be touched?
He has PTSD from the war
Who writes City of Girls (the play)?
Billy Buell
When is the last time Vivian sees Celia?
On a TV commercial
Explain the meaning of the phrase "worth his salt"
Warranting respect in a certain field or area, typically because one does one's job well. Used directly after the person or thing being described.
Where does Vivian live at the conclusion of the novel?
Above her bridal shop
How does Walter die?
His aircraft carrier is bombed
What's the name of the theater's playwright?
Mr. Hebert
What fashion trend does Vivian borrow from Edna Parker Watson? (from Chapters 25 - 29)
Trousers
Explain the meaning of the phrase "hear through the grapevine"
To hear or learn of something through an informal means of communication, especially gossip
When Vivian is home, what kind of work does she do?
Works for her father
Where does Frank live? (district)
South Brooklyn
Which character does Edna play in City of Girls?
Ms. Alabaster
Where do Vivian and Celia Ray spend most of their evenings? (name the club)
The Stork Club