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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Michael puts on his coat to leave in Act 1, Scene 2, what is the next thing he does?
(a) Call for help.
(b) Take off the coat again.
(c) Go outside to get the laundry.
(d) Kiss Agnes.

2. At the beginning of the play, why does Michael claim that he is embarrassed?
(a) He is nervous about the night and does not want to revolt Agnes.
(b) He told Agnes a story about his fortune as fortold by a gypsy woman.
(c) His shirt has stains on it and he hadn't realized it until that moment.
(d) His clothing doesn't fit right and he wants to make a good impression.

3. When Michael and Agnes are first seen, what are they doing?
(a) They are arguing over breakfast.
(b) Agnes is leading Michael into the room.
(c) They are holding hands.
(d) Michael is carrying Agnes.

4. Why has Agnes become angry with her son?
(a) Her son has been picking on his sister.
(b) Her son has been tricking her about his medicine.
(c) Her son has been talking back.
(d) Her son is failing in school.

5. What does Michael accuse Agnes of in Act 2, Scene 2?
(a) Disciplining their son too much.
(b) Being too lenient with their son.
(c) Having an affair.
(d) Being an alcoholic.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is inside of the bourbon bottle?

2. What reason does Agnes give that Michael was the life of the party?

3. In Act 1, Scene 2, what is Michael's selfish concern?

4. Why does Agnes take the side of the bed away from the door?

5. What object(s) does Michael use to call for Agnes?

(see the answer key)

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