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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mama keep on the windowsill?
(a) A picture of her husband
(b) A small houseplant
(c) A good-luck statue
(d) An old wind-up clock

2. What did people say about Mama when she was a child?
(a) That she never paid attention
(b) That she was selfish and spoiled
(c) That she was old for her age
(d) That she aimed too high in life

3. Why does Mama want to put $3000 put in the bank?
(a) For Beneatha's school tuition
(b) For Walter's liquor business
(c) For Travis' future education
(d) For Ruth's hospital expenses

4. Walter Lee and Ruth speak privately about what serious issue?
(a) Walter Lee's need for milk or coffee
(b) Their deteriorating relationship
(c) Mama's decision to buy a house
(d) Their son Travis' behavior

5. What does Walter Lee say when Ruth says she's considering an abortion?
(a) It's a good idea
(b) He says nothing
(c) Let's talk about it
(d) You can't do that

Short Answer Questions

1. Mrs. Johnson reads a newspaper headline about:

2. What was the name of boy in Beneatha's story?

3. What is different about the apartment?

4. What does Ruth forbid Travis to do?

5. Where will George take Beneatha on their date?Where will George take Beneatha on their date?

(see the answer key)

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