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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year does the play take place?
(a) 1985.
(b) 2001.
(c) 1936.
(d) 1964.

2. When speaking about doubt in Scene 1, what does Father Flynn say is worse than a society sharing a sense of despair?
(a) Lies.
(b) A joy not shared.
(c) A private calamity.
(d) A society in fear.

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

4. In his first sermon, what does Father Flynn say can be as powerful and sustaining as certainty?
(a) Doubt.
(b) Hope.
(c) Love.
(d) Faith.

5. Why does Sister Aloysius say they cannot go to the Monsignor with their suspicions about Father Flynn?
(a) Donald Muller could be expelled.
(b) Father Flynn could get fired.
(c) They will get fired.
(d) He would believe anything Father Flynn said.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens after the sailor sets his course in the parable of the sailor?

2. According to Father Flynn, what do you do with your teammates during a basketball game?

3. Who is described as having a bit of sunshine in his/her heart, but reserved?

4. Sister Aloysius says the heart must be warm, but the ___ must be cold.

5. According to Father Flynn, when you're at the free throw line, it's you versus who?

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