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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Earlier in the day, what had one of Troy and Bono's co-workers been caught doing?
(a) Trying to leave early.
(b) Trying to block the driveway.
(c) Trying to steal a watermelon.
(d) Trying to kiss the secretary.

2. What does Troy say about Alberta?
(a) Troy says that he thinks Alberta deserves to be promoted.
(b) Troy says that he finds Alberta unattractive.
(c) Troy says that Alberta is sexy, but he hasn't been with her.
(d) Troy says that the boss has been having an affair with Alberta.

3. Why does Troy say he is not prepared to give up the affair with Alberta?
(a) Because Alberta is pregnant.
(b) Because he's tired of Rose.
(c) Because Alberta makes him feel good.
(d) Because he can handle two women.

4. After Lyons leaves, what does Cory do alone in the yard, not knowing that Troy is watching him?
(a) Kicks a football.
(b) Swings Troy's bat.
(c) Works on the fence.
(d) Tears down some bushes.

5. What does Troy say would have happened if he hadn't taken charge of Gabriel's money?
(a) Gabriel would have gambled the money away.
(b) Cory would not be going to college.
(c) He and Rose would have no home.
(d) Gabriel would not have had surgery.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Gabriel suddenly run off from Rose and Troy's yard?

2. For what offense does Troy say his father once almost beat him to death?

3. What is Troy doing with the baby as Rose comes out from the house and listens to him?

4. What does Rose say is the reason that Troy never played in the major leagues?

5. What is Lyons actually doing when he puts his hand in his pocket?

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