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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. Who places Jim Weston under arrest?
(a) Dave Carter.
(b) Joe Clarke.
(c) Deacon Simms.
(d) Marshal Lum Boger.

2. What does Dave Carter do after Jim Weston hits him?
(a) Staggers away, supported by Joe Clarke and Deacon Simms.
(b) Staggers away, supported by Daisy.
(c) Falls unconscious.
(d) Shakes his head and walks back out of town.

3. Why does Sister Taylor doubt that the girl's mother will influence the girl?
(a) She knows that the girl only listens to her father.
(b) She knows that the mother tries but has no control over the daughter.
(c) She says the girl's mother does not behave any better than the daughter.
(d) She says that a child that mean will not listen to anyone.

4. What does Deacon Simms say he will use as his legal reference during the trial?
(a) He says he will use the law books that he borrowed from the library.
(b) He says he will use the evidence and let that speak for itself.
(c) He says he will use his own legal knowledge and experience.
(d) He says he will use the Bible, from beginning to end.

5. Why does Jim Weston jump up to fight Dave Carter in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) His pride is hurt and he wants to fight to defend his honor.
(b) He is jealous and wants to fight for Daisy's love.
(c) He think that Dave Carter is laughing at him.
(d) Dave Carter steps on his foot when he leaves the store.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Deaconr Simms headed when he meets Sisters Taylor and Thomas?

2. Which of the following best describes the children's journey to the church?

3. What complaint does Joe Clarke make about Lum Boger?

4. What part of Joe Clarke's appearance does Sister Thomas criticize?

5. What time is Jim Weston's trial scheduled to begin?

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