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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 connection do they make?
(a) Between William and Cora's interaction.
(b) Between Cora standing there and Norwood's body.
(c) Between the departing Bert and Norwood's death.
(d) Between Norwood's screams and his death.

2. Who is not on time to the six o'clock meeting?
(a) Cora.
(b) William.
(c) The Colonel.
(d) Bert.

3. How does Cora react when she sees what has taken place?
(a) Excited.
(b) Horrified.
(c) Surprised.
(d) Relieved.

4. 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) It will be costly to bail him out.
(c) His case could go to trial.
(d) There is a good chance the white men might break into the jail and lynch him.

5. Why does Sallie come in?
(a) To see her mother.
(b) To visit with her father.
(c) To say hello.
(d) To say good-bye.

Short Answer Questions

1. He knows he is neither black nor white, and he looks just like who?

2. What comment does little Billy make?

3. What happens as Cora and William worry about Bert's place in society?

4. With Norwood's death, what is Cora finally able to do?

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

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