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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Ruth tell Robert when she goes up to the hilltop?
(a) The hired hand wants to speak to him.
(b) He is needed at a town meeting.
(c) Uncle Dick wants to speak with him.
(d) He has an important telephone call.

3. What does Robert think the secret is to what he has been seeking at the beginning of the play?
(a) Training.
(b) Opportunity.
(c) Love.
(d) Money.

4. What is the relationship between Mrs. Mayo and Dick Scott?
(a) Cousins.
(b) Neighbors.
(c) Friends.
(d) Sister and brother.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ruth say she feels like she's having in honor of Andrew's visit?

2. What is his mother's reaction when Robert tells his family about him and Ruth?

3. How long will Robert be at sea?

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

5. Where is Robert sitting at the beginning of the play?

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