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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Sutter kill Boy Charles?
(a) He shot him.
(b) He stabbed him.
(c) He drowned him.
(d) He set him on fire.

2. What does Avery tell Berniece that she needs?
(a) Someone to support her.
(b) Someone to love her.
(c) Someone to surprise her.
(d) Someone to tell her the truth.

3. Lymon compliments Berniece on what article of clothing?
(a) Her Sunday dress.
(b) Her new shoes.
(c) Her nightgown.
(d) Her work uniform.

4. Which character used to polish the piano every morning?
(a) Boy Willie.
(b) Berniece.
(c) Uncle Doaker.
(d) Mama Ola.

5. What sound is heard by the characters who attempt to move the piano?
(a) Weeping.
(b) Whispering.
(c) Moaning
(d) Singing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Berniece claim her mother could hear when the piano was played?

2. Which character openly discusses his hopes of finding a good job and bettering his life?

3. What does Doaker believe is the significance of Sutter's blue suit?

4. What instrument does Boy Willie hope to sell to make a bit of money?

5. Lymon wants to go to what city, hoping for better treatment from white people?

(see the answer key)

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