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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When J.B. and Sarah are arguing over whether God's blessings are earned or simply given, what happens to interrupt them?
(a) One child asks for a story.
(b) One child asks Sarah to put him to bed.
(c) One child asks for the wishbone.
(d) One child becomes sick.

2. When J.B. and Sarah both pray for sleep, the women recall the death of Sarah and J.B.'s children and wonder whether Sarah will do what?
(a) Commit suicide.
(b) Die in an accident.
(c) Leave J.B.
(d) Love J.B.

3. The lesson of the allegory that this play represents is that we can face whatever happens with acceptance and grace. Which character represents this viewpoint?
(a) Zuss.
(b) J.B..
(c) Nickles.
(d) Sarah.

4. How many children do J.B. and Sarah have?
(a) Four.
(b) Six.
(c) Three.
(d) Five.

5. Nickles and Zuss are what type of characters?
(a) Scenic.
(b) Antagonists.
(c) Protagonists.
(d) Narrators.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the story of Job found?

2. How does Mr. Nickles describe Job's situation?

3. The four women and young girl who appear function as what type of character that is often seen in Ancient Greek theater?

4. The women, in Scene 8, believe that the skin represents what?

5. When Sarah and J.B. invite the soldiers into the house, where do they go to sit and talk?

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