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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Scene 2, what does Joe find when he arrives home from work at the end of the day?
(a) A new couch and chair.
(b) A living room without furniture.
(c) The police waiting to arrest him.
(d) An old friend who had come to visit.

2. What does Joe tell Edna he had for lunch when he gets home from work?
(a) Coffee.
(b) Burger and fries.
(c) Soda and crackers.
(d) Milkshake.

3. Why doesn't Edna want Joe to wake the children?
(a) They are going out for the evening.
(b) Because the children will realize they haven't eaten supper.
(c) They want some private time to themselves.
(d) They might disturb the game on the radio.

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

5. How is Fatt described?
(a) A round guy with piggy appearance.
(b) A fat man of porcine appearance.
(c) A fat man with puffy cheeks.
(d) A red-faced porker.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the characters assemble in the first scene?

2. What does Joe and Edna's daughter Emmy need before going to school the next day?

3. What do the workers demand from the union leader?

4. What reasons does Joe give for not making more money?

5. How does Joe feel about being the man of the house?

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