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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Robert say to Ruth about why he has to leave?
(a) The farm is too small a world.
(b) He is in love with her.
(c) He hates being around his dad.
(d) He wants to get away from her.

2. In what month is the beginning of the play set?
(a) May.
(b) September.
(c) October.
(d) March.

3. What does Mrs. Mayo say about Ruth and Andrew?
(a) They'd make a nice couple.
(b) That Ruth doesn't love him.
(c) They are foolish.
(d) They tell funny jokes.

4. Who is joining the Mayo family for dinner at the beginning of the play?
(a) Ruth and her mother.
(b) Uncle Matthew.
(c) Scott.
(d) Ben.

5. What does Robert gently pull away from Ruth's face when he's talking with her by the fence?
(a) One of her hands.
(b) A bandana.
(c) A bandaid.
(d) A veil.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long will Robert be at sea?

2. What is Dick Scott's title?

3. Who says that Robert "tells things so beautifully?"

4. Who says to Robert "I didn't want to spoil this last night you're here?"

5. Who places himself between Mr. Mayo and Andrew when Mr. Mayo threatens to hit Andrew?

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