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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where among the sisters does Minnie fit?
(a) She is the eldest.
(b) She is the youngest.
(c) She is the middle child.
(d) She is an adopted child.

2. What does Sophie think about Wil's feelings toward Fannie?
(a) She supports it.
(b) She is upset by it.
(c) It doesn't bother her as long as no one is hurt.
(d) She does not understand it.

3. Miss Leah is _________ in regards to her old age.
(a) Sad.
(b) Accepting.
(c) Oblivious.
(d) In denial.

4. What does Frank call Minnie once they are alone?
(a) A monkey.
(b) A nigger.
(c) An animal.
(d) A picaninny.

5. Who is at home waiting to see Minnie?
(a) Miss Lewiston.
(b) Wil Parrish.
(c) Miss Leah.
(d) Miss Baker.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Miss Leah refuse to use despite her obvious need?

2. What news does Sophie get from Miss Lewiston?

3. Why does Miss Leah begin to have children so early?

4. What does Minnie miss about colored people?

5. What is Fannie's manner at the train station?

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