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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is one opportunity that Andrew says Robert will have by going on the sea voyage?
(a) Volunteer work.
(b) He'll make money.
(c) Learn how to cook.
(d) More time to study biology.

3. How old is Ruth?
(a) Thirty.
(b) Thirty-two.
(c) Early twenties.
(d) Late thirties.

4. What is the setting of Act I, Scene I?
(a) Car.
(b) The side of the road at twilight.
(c) Library.
(d) Farmhouse.

5. Who says that Robert "tells things so beautifully?"
(a) Mrs. Mayo.
(b) Uncle Dick.
(c) Ruth.
(d) Andrew.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Robert say to Ruth about why he has to leave?

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

3. What does Ruth tell Robert about her feelings for Andrew?

4. What excuse does Ruth use as the reason she has to stay on the farm?

5. What does Robert gently pull away from Ruth's face when he's talking with her by the fence?

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