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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 2.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is Simon Stimson's occupation?
(a) Milkman.
(b) Choir director.
(c) Farmer.
(d) Journalist.
2. What does Joe do when he leaves town?
(a) Works at a big city newspaper.
(b) Joins the Navy.
(c) Goes to college.
(d) Marries his sweetheart.
3. What does Mrs. Gibbs chide her husband for when he comes home at the beginning of the play?
(a) Not picking up the milk she needed from the store.
(b) Drinking too much.
(c) Not getting enough rest.
(d) Coming home late again.
4. What interrupts Emily as she is doing her homework during the second scene?
(a) A car horn honking.
(b) The school bell.
(c) A train whistle.
(d) The church choir.
5. Who helps George with his homework?
(a) Emily.
(b) Mrs. Webb.
(c) Mrs. Gibbs.
(d) Mr. Webb.
Short Answer Questions
1. At the beginning of the play, what exciting news does Mrs. Gibbs have to tell Mrs. Webb when they meet in their yards?
2. Why does Dr. Gibbs never leave his town?
3. At the beginning of the play what does Mrs. Webb do when she first comes out of her house?
4. Which state is this play set in?
5. What is the town having a discussion about after Emily and her mother stop talking?
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