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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How can John's demeanor be described as he comes into the house?
(a) Intoxicated.
(b) Angry.
(c) Sleepy.
(d) Agitated.

2. Who is the author of THE RIVER NIGER?
(a) James A. Walker.
(b) Jeremiah A. Walker.
(c) Joseph A. Bender.
(d) Joseph A. Walker.

3. Why has Jeff been away from home?
(a) He was at college.
(b) He was traveling through Europe.
(c) He was in the Air Force.
(d) He had a job in Asia.

4. What does Grandma Wilhemina put in her coffee?
(a) Rum.
(b) Whisky.
(c) Hazelnut syrup.
(d) Irish cream liqueur.

5. What can Mattie tell about Grandma tonight?
(a) She has been crying.
(b) She had been asleep.
(c) She is intoxicated.
(d) She hasn't eaten.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what location does the play open?

2. How much does John already owe Dudley?

3. What is John Williams' occupation?

4. Who is John's son who is returning home?

5. How many children does Dudley have?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Jeff and what is his anticipated entry into the story?

2. How does John behave when he finally arrives home?

3. What does Dudley find so amazing about the poem that John reads to Ann?

4. What inanimate element does the author use almost like another character throughout the play?

5. What is the first mention that indicates that Mattie is ill?

6. What does Ann tell Mattie about her family and background?

7. What does Dudley tell the family about Mattie's health and how does Mattie respond?

8. What are John's dying words to Mattie?

9. Describe the scenario in which John dies.

10. Who is finally identified as the group's snitch?

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