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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Prior to Brady's arrival, Melinda sells what?
(a) Flags.
(b) Lemonade.
(c) Fishing poles.
(d) Religious pamphlets.

2. What does Darwin's "Origin of Species" directly conflict with?
(a) Mysticism.
(b) Science.
(c) Judaism.
(d) The Bible.

3. In Act One, who makes a secret visit to Hillsboro Jail?
(a) Mrs. Brady.
(b) Rachel.
(c) Mrs. Krebs.
(d) Melinda.

4. What does Rachel say Cates wants to do, following jury selection?
(a) Become a preacher.
(b) Hang himself.
(c) Apologize.
(d) Die from the cold.

5. While in jail, what is Cates surprised by?
(a) That Drummond gives him a Bible.
(b) Rachel's devotion to him.
(c) His desire to win.
(d) The "spectacle" of his trial.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Rachel scared of as a child?

2. Bannister claims that Drummond represents who in the past?

3. The Storekeeper thinks opinions are what?

4. Why does Bannister want the front seat in the jury box?

5. What does Drummond say about Cates when Rachel asks about him?

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