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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Seth say jokingly that he married Bertha?
(a) her good cooking
(b) her dresses
(c) her sound advice
(d) her money

2. What is Bynum's reaction when Seth suggests a Juba?
(a) He says they Juba too much.
(b) He says he needs some rest.
(c) He says he's always ready to Juba.
(d) He says he'll watch the others.

3. What does Mattie say about moving in to the boardinghouse?
(a) She had to sell some of her things to have room.
(b) She didn't have many things and Jeremy helped her.
(c) She will need a few days to finish moving.
(d) She didn't bring all of her things.

4. What floor does Seth say he's got a room available on?
(a) the third floor
(b) the first floor
(c) the basement
(d) the second floor

5. Who left the rooming house, still owing Seth two dollars?
(a) Eugene
(b) Reuben
(c) Hiram
(d) Martha

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Jeremy want Selig to find?

2. How many dustpans does Seth have to sell Selig on his second visit?

3. In Bynum's metaphor, what is Mattie?

4. Why did Selig leave his wife?

5. Who leads the Juba, as the caller?

(see the answer key)

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