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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 Mrs. Atkins use in order to move around?
(a) Wheelchair.
(b) Crutches.
(c) Cane.
(d) Walker.

2. What does Robert tell his father about the farm after he says he's not going on the voyage?
(a) He will take a real interest in it and do his share.
(b) He will never work the farm.
(c) He has a plan for a new crop.
(d) He's a poet and doesn't want to dirty his hands.

3. What does Mr. Mayo tell Dick Scott he needs to find for his voyage?
(a) Wife.
(b) Storyteller.
(c) Hired hand.
(d) Friend.

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

5. What does Andrew suggest his father do to get more help on the farm?
(a) Hire a man.
(b) Buy new equipment.
(c) Hire two men.
(d) Work harder.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says "Oh, Ruth, our love is sweeter than any distant dream?"

2. What does Mrs. Mayo say about Ruth and Andrew?

3. What does Andrew tell his parents about Robert's perspective on the sea voyage?

4. What does Andrew check on after dinner when he leaves the sitting room?

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

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