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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does he try to do this, regarding his position?
(a) He tries to ignore his behavior.
(b) He is still a black man, even though he is Norwood's son.
(c) He made a mistake.
(d) He is half-white and Norwood's son.

2. As the action opens, what are Norwood and Cora discussing?
(a) The work that needs to be completed in the office.
(b) The arrival of Cora's daughter Sallie from school.
(c) The imminent departure of Cora's daughter Sallie for school.
(d) The plans for the next school year.

3. With Norwood's death, what is Cora finally able to do?
(a) Cry.
(b) Run away.
(c) Love him.
(d) Stand up to him.

4. Of what does Cora stop and remind the Colonel?
(a) Bert is their son.
(b) The Colonel could go to jail.
(c) Bert is a man.
(d) Bert is strong.

5. What does Norwood finally say Bert is allowed to do?
(a) Eat dinner.
(b) Talk to him.
(c) Run away.
(d) Go to his room.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Cora take the time to try one more time, regarding Bert?

2. Who is not on time to the six o'clock meeting?

3. For what does Cora plead with Bert?

4. What does Norwood say about the children's father?

5. Who is Sam?

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