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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 Cora think Bert should do, regarding the Colonel?
(a) Agree to everything he says.
(b) Run away from him.
(c) Stand up to him.
(d) Tell him how he feels.

2. What does Norwood think about but not do to Bert?
(a) Kick him.
(b) Shoot him.
(c) Stab him.
(d) Push him.

3. Where does Cora say she will see Bert when he leaves?
(a) In the car.
(b) At the front door.
(c) On the bus.
(d) At the back door.

4. To whom is Cora speaking at the end of the scene?
(a) Sam.
(b) Norwood.
(c) Bert.
(d) William.

5. Why has this guest come?
(a) To plead Bert's case.
(b) To visit with the Colonel.
(c) To warn the Colonel of the growing resentment of the white community towards Bert.
(d) To tell the Colonel that Sallie is going to school to be a teacher.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who has Cora invited to dinner?

2. Whose son is young Billy?

3. Through which door does Cora tell Bert to go?

4. What are these men doing as they visit?

5. When and where does the play begin?

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