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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 will the Colonel not tolerate from a "darkie," especially his own child?
(a) Such laziness.
(b) Such insolence.
(c) Such industriousness.
(d) Such happiness.

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

3. What does Norwood finally say Bert is allowed to do?
(a) Talk to him.
(b) Go to his room.
(c) Eat dinner.
(d) Run away.

4. What do Cora and William try to explain to Bert?
(a) That Bert must go back north for school.
(b) Billie is too young to live with Bert.
(c) His behavior may end tragically for him and the rest of his family.
(d) Sallie has to leave to go to school.

5. How does Bert feel about this entire situation?
(a) Worried.
(b) Scared.
(c) Sad.
(d) Indignant.

Short Answer Questions

1. Soon after, which son comes in?

2. What point does Norwood try to make, regarding his "colored folks?"

3. What must Bert do when he speaks?

4. Of what does Cora inform this person?

5. What does Norwood say he has done for Cora's children?

(see the answer key)

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