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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jim Weston pick up a heavy stick as they walk back to town?
(a) He uses it as a walking stick.
(b) He plans to use it against anyone in town who tries to keep him out.
(c) He is going to throw it toward a stray dog.
(d) It has an interesting shape, and he wants to show it to Joe Clarke.

2. What does Deacon Simms discuss after he moves beyond the subject of snakes?
(a) He wants to talk about making improvements to the town's school.
(b) He begins to preach about changes that the town needs.
(c) He wants to know what the men think about Mrs. Roberts.
(d) He begins to gossip about Daisy Blunt.

3. Jim Weston accuses Daisy of hurrying back to town to do what?
(a) He believes that she has finally chosen him over Dave Carter.
(b) To get away from him.
(c) To meet up with Dave Carter.
(d) He believes that she is trying to reach home before dark.

4. How does Joe Clarke defend himself against Sisters Taylor and Thomas when he arrives at the trial?
(a) He says they should all learn to look past their differences and get along with others.
(b) He says he is not choosing sides; he only wants justice.
(c) He says he understands their concerns, but he will not become a Baptist.
(d) He says he does not have to answer to anyone, especially to women.

5. Why does Daisy return to the store in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) She left her pocketbook at the store.
(b) She forgot to pick something up for her mother.
(c) She is coming in to work her shift at the store.
(d) She hears Jim Weston and Dave Carter's music,

Short Answer Questions

1. What accusation do the Methodists hurl at Dave Carter when he enters the church?

2. What evidence does Sister Hambo provide to prove that she is telling the truth?

3. How much time would Dave Carter do on a chain gang in order to prove his love for Daisy?

4. How does Jim Weston react when Daisy puts her hand on his arm to comfort him?

5. What does Dave Carter do after Jim Weston hits him?

(see the answer key)

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