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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. When Aston asks Davies who was making noises at night, who does he claim made them?
(a) A pet.
(b) The house settling.
(c) Wild animals.
(d) The neighbors.

2. Where does Aston keep the pair of shoes that he offers to Davies?
(a) In a cabinet.
(b) On the porch.
(c) In a closet.
(d) Under his bed.

3. Why does Aston step in to help Davies?
(a) To please his religious figure.
(b) Out of the kindness of his heart.
(c) To earn money.
(d) To impress somebody else.

4. What is on top of the gas stove?
(a) Virgin Mary statue.
(b) Frog statue.
(c) Penguin statue.
(d) Buddha statue.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How many rooms in the house are occupied?

2. How old is Mick?

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

4. Why does Davies need to go to Sidcup?

5. What does Aston give Davies after offering him a place to stay?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Mick feel as if he has to protect Aston?

2. Describe the setting of Act I.

3. In what way is Mick "the caretaker" mentioned in the play's title?

4. What prompts Aston to finally start packing a bag for Davies to leave?

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

6. What is wrong with the shoes that Aston brings for Davies? Does Davies have valid complaints?

7. What causes the conflict in Act I?

8. Which character best represents the voice of reason in the play?

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

10. Why does Mick want to put a stop to Aston's assisting Davies?

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