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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Cory work?
(a) At the football concession stand.
(b) At the car repair shop.
(c) At the convenience store.
(d) At the supermarket.

2. When Troy says that blacks or Hispanics aren't being allowed to play baseball to their potential, how does Cory respond?
(a) Cory agrees with his father.
(b) Cory says the Hispanics are better players than the blacks.
(c) Cory gives examples of black players who are doing well.
(d) Cory says the blacks are better players than the Hispanics.

3. What is Troy's response to Rose's argument that times have changed?
(a) He says she should argue that point with their son.
(b) He tells her that times might have changed but not for women.
(c) He takes a long drink of beer.
(d) He agrees with her.

4. What does Troy say about the fact that Lyons wants to be a musician?
(a) Troy says that Lyons needs to make some important contacts.
(b) Troy says Lyons needs to earn a living so he can keep playing.
(c) Troy says that he wants Lyons to quit playing.
(d) Troy says that Lyons has no talent.

5. What does Cory go inside to do after Rose tells him that Troy is angry?
(a) To fix a sandwich.
(b) To see if Gabriel has come back.
(c) To find Troy.
(d) To look for money to give Rose.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Troy returns from listening to the ball game and caresses Rose suggestively, what is Rose's response?

2. When Troy comments that Hank Aaron is doing well, what is Troy's response?

3. Which of the following characters is not related to Troy?

4. What does Cory tell Troy about his job?

5. What does Troy tell Cory in response to his explanation about the football recruiter?

(see the answer key)

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