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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Emily known in Amherst?
(a) Poet extraordinare.
(b) Half cracked daughter.
(c) Little Libby.
(d) Quiet writing girl.

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

3. What had Emily done that has stumped her neighbors?
(a) She has refused to talk to anyone in years.
(b) She hasn't shared any of her writing in years.
(c) She hasn't left the house for years.
(d) She hasn't talked to her father in years.

4. Why does Emily believe Henrietta is strolling outside of Emily's house?
(a) To catch a glimpse of Emily.
(b) To spy on Emily's father.
(c) To show off for the audience.
(d) To show off her new wardrobe.

5. When did Emily decide to stop attending church?
(a) When she was finished with school.
(b) When her father died.
(c) When she was 30.
(d) When her brother moved out.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Emily say is her entire life?

2. Which of the following animals did Emily say Mary Lyon was like?

3. What did Emily always do when it was time for Austin to leave?

4. What happened to Emily when her father would say "I say unto you?"

5. To which of the following categories did Emily belong?

(see the answer key)

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