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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. Who describes Robert as a loafer and stupid?
(a) Ruth.
(b) Andrew.
(c) Mary.
(d) Mrs. Mayo.

2. Where is Andrew when Robert tells his family that he loves Ruth?
(a) Porch.
(b) Sitting room.
(c) Barn.
(d) Kitchen.

3. What is Andrew's job on the ship?
(a) Head officer.
(b) Deck hand.
(c) Cook.
(d) Deck swabber.

4. What is the setting of Act I, Scene 2?
(a) Bedroom.
(b) Porch.
(c) Small sitting room of the farmhouse.
(d) Kitchen.

5. How long will Robert be at sea?
(a) One year.
(b) Three years.
(c) Six years.
(d) Twelve years.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says that Robert "tells things so beautifully?"

2. Who does Ruth say she loves at the end of Act 2, Scene 1?

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

4. What does Mrs. Mayo say that Ruth acted like at dinner with the Mayo family and Uncle Dick?

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

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