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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are the final words spoken in the play before the stage lights fade to black?
(a) "God bless this house."
(b) "The piano is safe now."
(c) "Get out."
(d) "Thank you."

2. What does Berniece claim her mother could hear when the piano was played?
(a) The music of heaven.
(b) The moaning of the undead.
(c) Her father speaking to her.
(d) The singing of the slaves.

3. Who does Lymon admit that he was interested in but wasn't quick enough to get to?
(a) Berniece.
(b) Boy Willie's date.
(c) Dolly.
(d) Ola.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which family traded the piano to the Sutter family for slaves?

2. What color are the trains at the railway before its name is changed?

3. Who does Boy Willie ask to help move the piano?

4. When the group is singing prison songs, which character is asked to play the piano?

5. What is the name of Avery's new landlord?

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