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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. He knows he is neither black nor white, and he looks just like who?
(a) His grandmother.
(b) Norwood.
(c) Cora.
(d) All other white men.

2. What does Robert do as the act ends?
(a) Hugs the Colonel.
(b) Walks proudly out the front door.
(c) Runs out the back door.
(d) Goes to his room.

3. What does Norwood come in and order Bert to do?
(a) Sit down.
(b) Leave out the back door.
(c) Go to his room.
(d) Move out.

4. Who does Cora first blame for the comment Billy makes, then realizes blame lies with Bert?
(a) Sam.
(b) Sallie.
(c) Norwood.
(d) William.

5. What does Bert refuse to do when he hears the Colonel coming?
(a) Run away out the back door.
(b) Talk to the Colonel.
(c) Stand his ground.
(d) Go to his room.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Cora tell Bert about where he lives?

2. What has Robert done without permission?

3. As the action opens, what are Norwood and Cora discussing?

4. On what subject do Bert, Cora and William stay?

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

(see the answer key)

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