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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. What does Deacon Simms discuss after he moves beyond the subject of snakes?
(a) He wants to know what the men think about Mrs. Roberts.
(b) He begins to gossip about Daisy Blunt.
(c) He wants to talk about making improvements to the town's school.
(d) He begins to preach about changes that the town needs.

2. Where is Jim Weston held until his trial?
(a) In Joe Clarke's barn.
(b) Under house arrest.
(c) In the store's cellar.
(d) In the church basement.

3. What time is Jim Weston's trial scheduled to begin?
(a) Three o'clock.
(b) Noon.
(c) Seven o'clock.
(d) Four o'clock.

4. How does Joe Clarke defend himself against Sisters Taylor and Thomas when he arrives at the trial?
(a) He says he understands their concerns, but he will not become a Baptist.
(b) He says he is not choosing sides; he only wants justice.
(c) He says he does not have to answer to anyone, especially to women.
(d) He says they should all learn to look past their differences and get along with others.

5. What does Dave Carter do after Jim Weston hits him?
(a) Falls unconscious.
(b) Staggers away, supported by Joe Clarke and Deacon Simms.
(c) Staggers away, supported by Daisy.
(d) Shakes his head and walks back out of town.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Joe Clarke respond to Deacon Simms' suggestion about the jail?

2. Where did Joe Lindsay find the mule bone?

3. What does Sister Thomas repeatedly say she needs to do before the trial?

4. How does Daisy respond to the question of whether she prefers Jim Weston or Dave Carter?

5. Describe the relationship between the Methodists and the Baptists in town.

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