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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act II Scene 2, Tom explains to the crowd that the dream he had for the Springs was NOT to do what?
(a) Poison the town.
(b) Create a fishing hole.
(c) Bring in tourists.
(d) Open a waterpark.

2. What word means the process or an instance of obstructing legislation by means of long speeches and other delaying tactics?
(a) Filibuster.
(b) Chastise.
(c) Interrogate.
(d) Ramble.

3. In Act II Scene 1, Catherine lashes out at Hovstad for being what?
(a) A conservative.
(b) A fraud.
(c) Childish.
(d) A liberal.

4. What does Hovstad call Tom during his speech in Act II Scene 2?
(a) A juvenile.
(b) An aristocrat.
(c) A murderer.
(d) A traitor.

5. What is the setting of Act II Scene 2?
(a) Mr. Billing's house.
(b) Captain Horster's house.
(c) Mr. Aslaksen's house.
(d) Mr. Hovstad's house.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act II Scene 2, Peter warns who that he could have them arrested for posting a large sign on the town hall?

2. How old is Ejlif?

3. When Peter arrives in Act I Scene 2, he expresses disappointment that Tom did what behind his back?

4. Who is convinced that Tom is trying to pull a fast one on his brother and assumes the entire story is a joke in Act I Scene 2?

5. What word means to soften or tone down, as in one's beliefs?

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