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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. In the family, Fannie can be considered __________.
(a) The sister who chooses to ignore what does not directly affect her.
(b) The peacemaker.
(c) The instigator.
(d) The bravest.

2. How did Frank's father meet his mother?
(a) In the town grocery.
(b) His father owned Frank's mother.
(c) They worked on the same plantation.
(d) Frank's mother kept house for Frank's grandfather.

3. How does Frank win Minnie over when they first meet?
(a) He follows her until she agrees to go out on a date.
(b) He writes a poem about her.
(c) He dedicates a poem to her.
(d) He sings to her.

4. What does Frank mention that offends Wil?
(a) Reference to being a wild Indian.
(b) Reference to being illiterate.
(c) Reference to being a slave.
(d) Reference to being a homesteader.

5. What does the sisters' ritual celebrate?
(a) Their womanhood.
(b) Their freedom.
(c) Independence of men.
(d) The fact that they are property owners.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Sophie arrives, what does she want Wil to do?

2. Sophie will accept Frank as long as __________.

3. What is Minnie most concerned about the day after Frank pushes her in front of her sisters?

4. What excuse does Minnie give to justify forgiveness for Frank's behavior?

5. What does Wil bring when he arrives to dinner?

(see the answer key)

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