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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the first act, Brother Boxer tell his wife and Sister Moore that he's heard that David's father is back in town. Where is David's father reportedly working?
(a) At another church.
(b) Jazz club.
(c) Driving a bus.
(d) Blues club.

2. What does David say when his father asks if his mother is a good pastor?
(a) "Good pastor."
(b) "Amen!"
(c) David remains silent.
(d) " don't know."

3. Where does the play, "The Amen Corner," take place?
(a) Philadelphia.
(b) Boston.
(c) Baltimore.
(d) Harlem.

4. When the congregation sings loudly and claps hands and shakes tambourines, this is called what kind of song?
(a) Gospel music.
(b) Folk music.
(c) A "shout" song.
(d) "Feel good" music.

5. Who's reportedly been keeping bad company in Act I?
(a) Margaret.
(b) David.
(c) Ida.
(d) Luke.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is in his grave, according to Sister Boxer in the first act?

2. Who is it that appears in the alley before the pastor leaves on a trip?

3. Approximately how much suggested time takes place during Act I?

4. What sits on top of the piano in the church in the first scene?

5. Why is everyone silent when Sisters Moore and Boxer finish singing in Act I?

(see the answer key)

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