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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his first conversation with Pegeen, Shawn's character is revealed as that of a:
(a) Lecher.
(b) Coward.
(c) Hero.
(d) Braggart.

2. The term "pot-boy" refers to:
(a) A boy hired to bring food home from the market in a pot.
(b) A boy who collects coins in a pot at a wake.
(c) A boy hired to empty the contents of the out house.
(d) A young lad paid a meager fee to keep a woman from being alone.

3. At the end of the play, Christy has won:
(a) Every sports event.
(b) Pegeen's love.
(c) His father's respect.
(d) Shawn's ticket to America.

4. What is the most significant plot change in Act II?
(a) Christy is arrested.
(b) Christy receives a new coat from Shawn.
(c) The appearance of Old Mahon.
(d) The Widow Quin helping Shawn.

5. When Christy walks back in after the silence outside, it is implied:
(a) That he has killed his father.
(b) That tears have stopped his words.
(c) That everyone is too scared to speak.
(d) That they have made up and parted company.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what way does Christy demonstrate courage in Act II?

2. The resolution of the conflict is:

3. The character of Christy is portrayed as:

4. How does Old Mahon react when Christy pushes him out the door?

5. What is the mood in Act II?

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