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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Bynum say he gets his name?
(a) because he is from Bynum
(b) because he buys nothing
(c) because he binds people
(d) because he does magic by numbers

2. Why does Jeremy tell Mattie she should move in with him?
(a) so neither has to be alone
(b) so they can save money on lodging
(c) to have a good time
(d) because he wants to be with her forever

3. What does Bynum caution Jeremy that he's doing to Mattie, asking her to move in so soon?
(a) ignoring her
(b) demeaning her
(c) making a promise he can't keep
(d) spoiling her

4. Why doesn't Seth want to tell Loomis where Martha is?
(a) He doesn't know for sure which Martha he's looking for.
(b) He wants Loomis to give him money first.
(c) He wants to keep Martha away from her daughter.
(d) He's afraid Loomis wants to harm her.

5. What aspect of Mattie's looks does Jeremy comment on favorably?
(a) her eyes
(b) her legs
(c) her hips
(d) her hair

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Seth tell Molly is served on Sundays?

2. How much time passes between the end of Act 1, Scene 1, and the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2?

3. In Bynum's metaphor, what is Mattie?

4. What is Bertha doing at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2?

5. Why is it odd that Loomis is wearing his coat?

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