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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 does Robert point to in the sky at the end of the Act 1, Scene1?
(a) Plane.
(b) Star.
(c) Helicopter.
(d) Meteor shower.

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

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

4. What does Robert do after he lifts Ruth into his arms in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Places her in a car.
(b) Runs away with her.
(c) Carries her to the road.
(d) Puts her on a bicycle.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What charms Ruth about Robert's voice when he's telling the dreams of his childhood?

2. Who says "We'll be late for supper, Rob?"

3. What does Robert think the secret is to what he has been seeking at the beginning of the play?

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

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

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