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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Jeff do when he enters the house?
(a) Mixes a drink.
(b) Rolls a marijuana cigarette.
(c) Fixes a sandwich.
(d) Turns on the TV.

2. What does Mattie discuss with Ann?
(a) Ann's family.
(b) Mattie's family.
(c) Sunday dinner plans.
(d) Civil Rights Movement.

3. For how long has Jeff been away from home?
(a) Two years.
(b) Four years.
(c) Six months.
(d) Ten years.

4. Why can Jeff not try on his uniform?
(a) It is too small.
(b) He was discharged from the Air Force.
(c) It is at the cleaners.
(d) He forgot to pack it.

5. How many years had John attended college?
(a) 4.
(b) 2.
(c) 1.
(d) 5.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has Dudley scheduled for Mattie?

2. Why was Jeff discharged from the Air Force?

3. What happens after a violent confrontation between Jeff and Mo?

4. Why does Mattie especially love John?

5. What time period serves as the setting of THE RIVER NIGER?

(see the answer key)

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