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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Burke is boasting about his strength and courage in Act 2, what does Anna say to him?
(a) "Gee, you hate yourself, don't you?"
(b) "You had enough time to yourself."
(c) "The ocean must have been pretty."
(d) "You were so busy."

2. What does Chris ask Anna to get from the cabin in Act 2?
(a) Towel.
(b) Clothes.
(c) Utensils.
(d) Whiskey.

3. According to Marthy, what does Chris think of Anna?
(a) Is skeptical about seeing her.
(b) Thinks she is probably alright.
(c) Thinks the world of her.
(d) Wishes she weren't coming.

4. How does Chris react when he sees Anna and Burke talking?
(a) Anxious.
(b) Skeptical.
(c) Happily.
(d) He is in a rage.

5. What does Chris call the men in his family who chose to become sailors?
(a) Smart.
(b) Rich.
(c) Brave.
(d) Fools.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many women are in the bar when Anna arrives at the beginning of the play?

2. Where does Anna help Burke move to at the end of Act 2?

3. What happens when Anna pushes Burke away from her?

4. Why does Burke think that Anna is on the barge?

5. How long ago did Chris last see Anna?

Short Essay Questions

1. In what way does Anna say she has changed after she tells Chris and Burke about her past?

2. Describe Burke's physical appearance when he returns to the cabin to speak with Anna after their argument.

3. Describe Chris's reaction to seeing Anna and Burke in conversation.

4. How does Anna respond when Burke asks her if her past was all a lie?

5. Does Burke believe he had a hand in changing Anna?

6. What is Anna's viewpoint on the reality of being a sailor's wife?

7. What is Anna's reaction when she returns from the docks to the cabin and finds Burke there?

8. Describe the crucifix that Burke uses so Anna can swear that he is the only man she has ever loved.

9. Why has Anna come to New York City?

10. How does Anna stand up for herself against Burke?

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