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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. How does Mr. Mayo respond when Andrew says he wants to see the world?
(a) Andrew is running away from his own nature.
(b) Write back and tell us everything.
(c) Have fun.
(d) Good luck.

2. Why does Ruth complain about her mother to Robert at the beginning of the play?
(a) She is too happy.
(b) She nags Ruth.
(c) She likes to be alone.
(d) She doesn't like to talk.

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

4. What kind of work does Andrew say he likes to do in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Tax Preparation.
(b) Teacher.
(c) Write.
(d) Take care of the family farm.

5. What does Mrs. Mayo say that Ruth acted like at dinner with the Mayo family and Uncle Dick?
(a) Flustered and giggly.
(b) Sad.
(c) Disappointed.
(d) Calm and relaxed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one opportunity that Andrew says Robert will have by going on the sea voyage?

2. What does Andrew say when he learns that Ruth loves Robert?

3. Who is Andrew?

4. What does Andrew say is not part of Robert's nature when he is talking with him at the fence?

5. What is Dick Scott's title?

(see the answer key)

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