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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to the ship in the parable of the sailor told by Father Flynn in Scene 1?
(a) It sinks.
(b) The entire crew becomes ill.
(c) They throw Jonah overboard.
(d) It arrives safely at the harbor.

2. When did William London's nose start to bleed?
(a) During morning recess.
(b) During gym class.
(c) During the pledge of allegiance.
(d) During lunch.

3. In Scene 3, what does Father Flynn tell the boys to do after getting dressed?
(a) Go do their homework.
(b) Report back to the gym.
(c) Go to the rectory for kool aid and cookies.
(d) Get to class.

4. What does Sister Aloysius say boys are made of?
(a) Snips and snails and puppy dog tails.
(b) Gravel, soot, and tar paper.
(c) God's good intentions.
(d) Sticks and stones.

5. What does Father Flynn tell the boys girls will do if you approach them with "filthy paws?"
(a) Tell the boys they're gross.
(b) Scream.
(c) Run like they're being chased by the Red Chinese.
(d) Ask the boys to wash.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Sister James' class doing while she is with Sister Aloysius in Scene 2?

2. In the sermon delivered in Scene 1, for how long is the sailor at sea without a navigational aid?

3. What happens to the crew of the ship in the parable of the sailor?

4. What is Sister Aloysius' function at the school?

5. In what year does the play take place?

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