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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. Who says "We'll be late for supper, Rob?"
(a) Andrew.
(b) Kate.
(c) Ruth's mother.
(d) Ruth.

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

3. Where is Robert sitting at the beginning of the play?
(a) Chair.
(b) On a fence.
(c) Log.
(d) Footstool.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What kind of work does Andrew say he likes to do in Act 1, Scene 1?

3. Who is joining the Mayo family for dinner at the beginning of the play?

4. How long will Robert be at sea?

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

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