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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What figure of speech does Agate use when he says the button "blushed itself to death?"
(a) Metaphor.
(b) Personification.
(c) Alliteration.
(d) Simile.

2. What foods does Edna identify as being very important for maintaining the kids' health?
(a) Lemonade and grapefruits.
(b) Peaches and apple juice.
(c) Apples and oranges.
(d) Orange juice and grapefruits.

3. What does Edna think about strikes?
(a) Strikes are too risky.
(b) Strikes do not work.
(c) Strikes can work.
(d) She's not sure.

4. How does Edna react to Joe's attempts at affection?
(a) Slaps his face.
(b) Welcomes his embrace.
(c) Refuses to let him touch her.
(d) Gives him a back rub.

5. What is Fayette's attitude toward unskilled workers?
(a) Sympathetic.
(b) Derogatory.
(c) Fair.
(d) Intimidating.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who initially insists that the action of many can accomplish what one cannot?

2. Who is the smoker and drinker in Scene 3?

3. Who initiates the meeting between Dr. Barnes and Benjamin?

4. What does Sid's brother do to deal with the trying economic times?

5. What are the three things Florence does for the family?

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