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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of jury does Brady want?
(a) One that conforms to the patterns of society.
(b) Forward thinking intellects.
(c) Pious older women.
(d) Fair and partial.

2. What does Hornbeck claim to be?
(a) A silent observer.
(b) A critic.
(c) A Pulitzer Prize seeker.
(d) A martyr.

3. Where is Inherit the Wind set?
(a) Hillsboro.
(b) Hillsburg.
(c) Hilltown.
(d) Hillside.

4. Initially, who does Reverend Brown ask for God to strike down during the prayer meeting?
(a) The judge.
(b) Cates.
(c) Rachel.
(d) Drummond.

5. Who does Brady claim he will fight, no matter what?
(a) Anyone who opposes the Bible.
(b) Those who stand in his way.
(c) Anyone against women.
(d) Hard-nosed criminals.

Short Answer Questions

1. Howard tells Melinda that her father originated as what?

2. Drummond believes what type of people never experience confusion?

3. Brady accuses Drummond of what after the prayer meeting?

4. What are the workmen building at the beginning of Act 2, Scene 1?

5. Where does the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2 take place?

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