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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 does the guest warn the Colonel about Bert, if he does indeed get arrested for his behavior?
(a) He will be in jail for some time.
(b) His case could go to trial.
(c) It will be costly to bail him out.
(d) There is a good chance the white men might break into the jail and lynch him.

2. How does Bert react to her suggestion?
(a) He does not react.
(b) He cries.
(c) He disagrees.
(d) He agrees.

3. Does Bert seem to mean what he says to Cora?
(a) Maybe.
(b) A little.
(c) No.
(d) Yes.

4. What does Norwood's last comment to Bert spark?
(a) A hug.
(b) An understanding.
(c) An agreement.
(d) An argument.

5. What point does Norwood try to make, regarding his "colored folks?"
(a) He does not want any of his "colored folks" around.
(b) He never had any trouble with any of the "colored folks."
(c) He is not the father of any of his "colored folks."
(d) He does not like his "colored folks."

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Bert say he will come back to his father's house?

2. For whom is Cora scared?

3. What is Bert taunting Norwood to do?

4. What does this guest relate to the Colonel?

5. What does Bert believe he should not have to do?

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