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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the setting of Act I, Scene I?
(a) The side of the road at twilight.
(b) Library.
(c) Farmhouse.
(d) Car.

2. What does Andrew suggest his father do to get more help on the farm?
(a) Work harder.
(b) Buy new equipment.
(c) Hire two men.
(d) Hire a man.

3. What does Mrs. Mayo say that Ruth acted like at dinner with the Mayo family and Uncle Dick?
(a) Flustered and giggly.
(b) Disappointed.
(c) Calm and relaxed.
(d) Sad.

4. What does Ruth say she feels like she's having in honor of Andrew's visit?
(a) Party.
(b) Birthday celebration.
(c) Holiday.
(d) Thanksgiving.

5. What does Robert tell his father about the farm after he says he's not going on the voyage?
(a) He will never work the farm.
(b) He will take a real interest in it and do his share.
(c) He has a plan for a new crop.
(d) He's a poet and doesn't want to dirty his hands.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Andrew say is not part of Robert's nature when he is talking with him at the fence?

2. What color is Dick Scott's mustache?

3. What is Ruth reading when Robert comes in and watches her without her knowing in Act 2?

4. Who is dressed in white and looks pretty and fresh in Act 2, Scene 1?

5. What is the name of Robert and Ruth's child?

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