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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Henry tell Waldo that he has to do, besides cast a vote in an election?
(a) Run for office.
(b) Write letters to the politicians.
(c) More.
(d) Protest.

2. What does Henry point out to Bailey about doing what is expected of you?
(a) It is the right thing to do.
(b) It will get you out of jail faster.
(c) It can suffocate you.
(d) It is safer.

3. Why does Henry note that it is good that men do not know how to fly?
(a) They would run into one another in the air.
(b) They would dive to earth.
(c) If they did they would damage and dirty the clouds and the air.
(d) They would hurt the birds in the sky.

4. For what does Henry invite Ellen?
(a) A boat ride.
(b) A swim.
(c) A walk.
(d) A picnic.

5. According to Henry, why is the government afraid of the choice he has made?
(a) They do not prison escapees.
(b) It may encourage others to do the same.
(c) They want his money.
(d) They do not want a civil war.

Short Answer Questions

1. What becomes clear about Ellen and her father?

2. Why is Henry applying for work as a repair person?

3. Why will Henry not give money to the government?

4. To what does Henry compare Waldo lecturing?

5. Henry reacts violently against Lydian's idea. What does he do?

(see the answer key)

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