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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Daisy respond to the question of whether she prefers Jim Weston or Dave Carter?
(a) She says she prefers Jim Weston.
(b) She says she prefers Dave Carter.
(c) She says that she is not interested in either.
(d) She will not say who she would choose.

2. Which of the following best describes Teets Miiller and Bootsie Pitts?
(a) Men are attracted to them because of their dependability and modesty.
(b) They are tomboys who want to be included in the boys' games.
(c) They dress up and come to the store only to show off for the men.
(d) They are demure and shy.

3. As the evening progresses, what games do the men on the porch play?
(a) They alternate between cards and playing checkers.
(b) They play Scrabble.
(c) They play hangman.
(d) They shoot dice.

4. How does Dave Carter react to Jim Weston's anger?
(a) He apologizes to his friend.
(b) He punches Jim Weston in the stomach.
(c) He ignores him and escorts Daisy into the store so he can buy her a treat.
(d) He accuses Jim Weston of being an inferior musician.

5. How does Joe Clarke respond to Deacon Simms' suggestion about the jail?
(a) He is offended and argues.
(b) He agrees and wants to hear more.
(c) He laughs because he thinks it must be a joke.
(d) He isn't sure, but agrees to bring it up at the next town meeting.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Deacon Simms, why does the town need a jail?

2. What does Dave Carter do while Jim Weston plays music?

3. What does Dave Carter do after Jim Weston hits him?

4. What does Dave Carter buy for Daisy?

5. What does Deacon Simms discuss after he moves beyond the subject of snakes?

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