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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Ruth respond when Robert says that Andrew writes letters like a farmer in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) She agrees with Robert's impression.
(b) She laughs and teases Robert.
(c) She tears up Andrew's letter.
(d) Robert should not make fun of Andrew.

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

3. What is Ruth reading when Robert comes in and watches her without her knowing in Act 2?
(a) A letter from Andrew.
(b) History book.
(c) Newspaper.
(d) Comics.

4. 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 likes to be alone.
(d) She is too happy.

5. What is Dick Scott's title?
(a) Captain.
(b) Professor.
(c) CEO.
(d) Reverend.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says that Ruth came to her for advice about managing the farm?

2. Why does Ruth accuse Robert of being jealous of Andrew?

3. Who says "I feel--dead" at the end of Act I, Scene 2?

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

5. What kind of luck does Robert say he's been having?

(see the answer key)

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