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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. Drummond believes what type of people never experience confusion?
(a) Lawyers.
(b) Fools.
(c) Clock-starters.
(d) Religious.

2. Where does the opening of Act One take place?
(a) The town square.
(b) Hillsboro Courthouse.
(c) Hillsboro Lake.
(d) Melinda's home.

3. The Storekeeper thinks opinions are what?
(a) Unnecessary and confusing.
(b) Bad for business.
(c) Only for men.
(d) Good on a hot day.

4. When Rachel runs away from Cates, what does he do?
(a) Lets her go.
(b) Chases her down and kisses her.
(c) Chases her down and fights with her.
(d) Chases her down and hugs her.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Hornbeck asks Elijah if he is a what?

2. Why does Davenport accept Bannister for the jury?

3. According to Hornbeck, who is the monkey's greatest descendant?

4. How does Rachel describe Brady to Cates?

5. Why does Hornbeck call the monkey the "father of the human race"?

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