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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many beds are in the room in which Act I takes place?
(a) 2.
(b) 1.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

2. What represents Aston's good deeds?
(a) The boxes of junk.
(b) The unplugged stove.
(c) The sink.
(d) The statue of Buddha.

3. According to Davies, who lives next door?
(a) Librarians.
(b) Atheists.
(c) Blacks.
(d) Hispanics.

4. Why did Davies leave his belongings?
(a) He dropped them.
(b) He didn't want them anymore.
(c) He didn't have time to grab them before leaving.
(d) They were stolen goods.

5. What does Aston give Davies after offering him a place to stay?
(a) Pants.
(b) Shoes.
(c) Money.
(d) Pajamas.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does Aston offer his home to Davies?

2. What can't Davies get stamped because he doesn't have his papers ?

3. How does Davies claim to have been treated when he went to get a donation?

4. What were Davies's belongings in when he left them?

5. What foreshadows the outcome of the story?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Aston want to build a shed?

2. How does Aston show that he is thankful for the help that Mick gives him?

3. According to the play's message, when is altruism best?

4. What causes the conflict in Act I?

5. How does Davies feel about the clothes that Aston brings home for him?

6. What is the first instance of Davies being picky?

7. In what ways does Davies show he has unjustified expectations in Act I?

8. Describe Aston's experience at the mental hospital.

9. Which character has the most painful past?

10. What does Davies promise to do if Aston lets him stay? Is he genuine?

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