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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Joy tell Lewis about Douglas?
(a) He is failing in school.
(b) He is settling in well.
(c) He wants to live with his father.
(d) He is sick.

2. Where does Douglas go?
(a) To bed.
(b) To New York.
(c) To school.
(d) Outside.

3. Lewis is surprised by what in Joy's poetry?
(a) The mention of Lewis.
(b) Joy's voice.
(c) Its dark subject.
(d) The quality.

4. Why are Lewis and Joy careful in discussing her health?
(a) They don't want to upset Douglas.
(b) They are afraid to jinx her improvements.
(c) They don't understand why Joy is not getting better.
(d) They don't want to face the bad news.

5. Who attempts to encourage Lewis about the situation?
(a) Bill.
(b) Douglas.
(c) A doctor.
(d) Warnie.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word best describes Joy's spirits in the scene?

2. What surprises Lewis at the party?

3. What is Joy preparing to do as the scene ends?

4. How old was Lewis when his mother died?

5. Why does Joy hesitate at Lewis' invitation?

(see the answer key)

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