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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Section 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Emily indicate she might be frightened?
(a) She is not used to strangers.
(b) She was just had a visitor that left her unsettled
(c) She doesn't like the spotlight.
(d) She heard a strange noise off stage.

2. How did Austin and his father act when they were together?
(a) They would fight.
(b) As if they were best friends.
(c) They would refuse to talk to each other.
(d) As if the other did not exist.

3. What does Emily say phosphorescence gives poetry?
(a) Its essence.
(b) Its genius.
(c) Its unique nature.
(d) Its life.

4. What gift does Austin's father give him?
(a) A briefcase.
(b) A house.
(c) A business.
(d) A wife.

5. What does Emily believe her business is to do?
(a) Publish poetry.
(b) Understand the world around her.
(c) Make poetry.
(d) Live with her family.

Short Answer Questions

1. What had Emily done that has stumped her neighbors?

2. When did Emily decide to stop attending church?

3. Who was Mary Lyon?

4. What does Emily say happens to other people because of the way she is in relationships?

5. Where did Austin live once he graduated?

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