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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the only reason Sophie is sorry for Frank's troubles?
(a) Because it might make Frank stay in Kansas and closer to her.
(b) Because Sophie doesn't believe in wishing bad luck on anyone.
(c) Because Frank might ask her for help.
(d) Because they concern Minnie too.

2. Where are Sophie and Wil when Frank comes by the house in Act 2, Scene 5?
(a) Hiding outside.
(b) Waiting in the bedroom.
(c) Waiting behind the front door.
(d) Talking to potential speculators.

3. Who seems the most upset at Frank for his violent behavior?
(a) Sophie.
(b) Wil Parrish.
(c) Miss Leah.
(d) Minnie.

4. What does Fannie pressure Minnie to do regarding Frank?
(a) Work it out with Frank.
(b) Talk with Sophie about it because she knows best.
(c) Seek revenge against Frank.
(d) Leave Frank.

5. What is Minnie and Frank's reaction when they see Sophie in the kitchen?
(a) Minnie is excited and runs to hug her while Frank waits.
(b) They are both nervously startled.
(c) Frank is happy for the opportunity to apologize to Sophie while Minnie smiles on.
(d) They clasp each other's hands in fear of what Sophie will say or do.

6. What surprises Fannie when Frank says he is going to run errands?
(a) Fannie wonders what business Frank has that requires him to run errands.
(b) It's a holiday.
(c) It's Sunday afternoon.
(d) It's late at night.

7. What does Minnie say that shows some doubt about her forgiveness for Frank?
(a) She says she sees "Fannie so much happier with a man like Wil."
(b) She states she "doesn't know how much more anger she can take from him."
(c) She remarks that she "used to love him so much."
(d) She responds to Fannie that she's "felt greater love before."

8. What does Miss Leah insinuate when she says Sophie is out all week not to swing votes but for other reasons?
(a) Sophie is planning something sneaky to swing the vote.
(b) Sophie is avoiding Frank.
(c) Sophie is avoiding Minnie.
(d) Sophie is working on the speculators as much as her speech.

9. Who comes by with a telegram for Frank?
(a) Mr. Baker.
(b) The white men from the train.
(c) A courier.
(d) Wil Parrish.

10. What does Miss Leah prepare Minnie to help her calm her nerves?
(a) Herbal tea.
(b) Coffee.
(c) Soup.
(d) A comfortable bed.

11. When excites Frank when Minnie receives her gift?
(a) He knows how much the land is worth.
(b) He is excited to see Minnie wearing more than her country dresses.
(c) Hs is excited as long as she is excited.
(d) He is happy to return back to London soon.

12. What is Minnie's reactions when she first sees Frank again after her talk with Fannie?
(a) She sits still with a fixed stare.
(b) She runs to hug him.
(c) She turns her head away until he kisses her.
(d) She slowly approaches him to talk.

13. Which character in Act II Scene IV carries a shotgun at the front porch?
(a) Minnie.
(b) Wil Parrish.
(c) Miss Leah.
(d) Sophie.

14. Frank shows __________ about his behavior towards MInnie and her family.
(a) Remorse.
(b) He believes he went out of line.
(c) He is justified.
(d) No remorse.

15. Miss Leah tells stories to Minnie and mentions a man named James. Who is James to Miss Leah?
(a) Miss Leah's first child.
(b) Miss Leah's late husband.
(c) Miss Leah's overseer.
(d) Miss Leah's previous slave owner.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Miss Leah think of Frank's violent behavior?

2. What alternative does Frank think can also hurt Sophie?

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

4. Who does Frank say colored people always put in charge?

5. What does Sophie shift in her arm that alarms Frank as they talk?

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