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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. Where is the notice of Jim Weston's trial displayed?
(a) It is not posted; everyone just knows about it.
(b) It is posted in Joe Clarke's store.
(c) It is posted on both church doors.
(d) It is tacked to a big oak tree in town.

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

3. Where have Jim Weston and Dave Carter been before they arrive at the store in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) They have been working up North at a white-owned factory.
(b) They have been out working in the fields all day.
(c) They were at Daisy's house.
(d) They have been playing music at a whites-only club.

4. Who orders Jim' Weston's arrest?
(a) Marshal Lum Boger.
(b) Daisy.
(c) Deacon Simms.
(d) Joe Clarke.

5. What does Sister Taylor do to end the argument with the sassy young girl?
(a) She embarrasses the girl in front her friends.
(b) She turns the girl over her knee and spanks her.
(c) She calls the girl's mother over and lets the mother deal with her.
(d) She heads to the church to tell the girl's mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. What information does Sister Taylor share with Lum Boger in Act 1, Scene 2?

2. How has Daisy's return to town affected Jim Weston and Dave Carter?

3. What does Sister Taylor suggest that changes Sister Jones' mind about testifying?

4. According to Mrs. Roberts, why should the store owner give her some meat?

5. What part of Joe Clarke's appearance does Sister Thomas criticize?

(see the answer key)

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