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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. With what does Jim Weston hit Dave Carter?
(a) A broken soda bottle.
(b) His fist.
(c) A mule bone.
(d) A chair from the porch.

2. According to Mrs. Roberts, why should the store owner give her some meat?
(a) Their religion requires that he take care of the poor.
(b) He gave meat to her neighbor, so it is only fair that he do the same for her.
(c) Her husband doesn't provide enough for her and her children.
(d) He owes her money for some eggs that she traded.

3. On whose side is Joe Clarke in the matter of Jim Weston?
(a) He is swayed by both sides of the argument and seems unable to make up his mind.
(b) He believes that Jim Weston should be forgiven but should make restitution.
(c) He supports the Baptist position even though he is a Methodist.
(d) He is impartial and approaches his role as a fair judge.

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

5. What does Deacon Simms suggest they do about the problem of snakes in the area?
(a) He says that they need to put out traps for them and relocate the snakes.
(b) He says that they should leave them alone since even snakes serve God's purpose.
(c) He says they need to hold a prayer service to drive the snakes out of the area.
(d) He says they need to cut down the weeds around town.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Sister Taylor, what will be the cause of the next trial?

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

3. Why does Sister Jones say she won't testify for Jim Weston?

4. What does Sister Taylor think of Mrs. Blunt's reaction to the trial and the associated gossip?

5. On what errand does Joe Clarke send Lum Boger?

(see the answer key)

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