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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Jack respond when Ellie asks Jack what they are going to do?
(a) He ignores her.
(b) He speaks sharply with her.
(c) He kisses her and says not to worry.
(d) He laughs at her fears.

2. What does Smitty ask is the reason for Jack's behavior?
(a) Is it because he is unhappy in Europe.
(b) Is it because his mother is ill.
(c) Is it because he no longer wants to be a boxer.
(d) Is it because he wants to keep the championship title a little longer.

3. What does Cameron say about the charges that could be brought against Jack?
(a) They are quite substantial.
(b) They are rediculous.
(c) They are all relatively minor.
(d) They are non-existent.

4. Does Jack want a chance to fight the new White Hope?
(a) Yes.
(b) No.
(c) Yes, but only at first.
(d) Maybe.

5. What does an extremely well-spoken black man say about Jack's behavior?
(a) It is what one should expect from a young athlete.
(b) It is a disgrace to all colored people.
(c) It is shocking but expected.
(d) It is what all black men should do.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Jack not want Ellie to go to her seat?

2. What does the Promoter remind Jack to do?

3. What does Jack crumple up?

4. What does Jack say after spitting?

5. When does Smitty say Jack will settle down?

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