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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Doaker do for a living?
(a) He performs maintenance.
(b) He is a steward.
(c) He is a conductor.
(d) He is a cook.

2. Where does Sutter find and kill Boy Charles?
(a) At the swimming pool.
(b) At the train station.
(c) At the movie theater.
(d) At the general store.

3. What type of song does Maretha play on the piano?
(a) A beginner's song.
(b) An advanced jig.
(c) A jazzy boogie-woogie.
(d) A dreamy lullabye.

4. Which man was NOT involved in the theft that landed Boy Willie in prison?
(a) Lymon.
(b) Doaker.
(c) Boy Willie.
(d) Crawley.

5. What beverage do the men drink while discussing Parchman Prison?
(a) Beer.
(b) Whiskey.
(c) Vodka.
(d) Wine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Avery argue that a pastor needs to attract an audience?

2. What type of song does Boy Willie play on the piano?

3. Doaker works for what type of transportation?

4. After the story about Boy Charles' death, what does the family hear Maretha doing at the end of the first act?

5. When did Berniece stop playing the piano?

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