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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The term "whisht" in the character's dialect means:
(a) Daydreaming.
(b) Rest.
(c) Whiskers.
(d) Stop talking.

2. What does Old Mahon insist the Widow Quin examine?
(a) His mind.
(b) His son.
(c) His head.
(d) His hat.

3. Why does Christy receive cheers from the crowd?
(a) He threatens to kill his father.
(b) He leaves town.
(c) He proposes to Pegeen.
(d) He wins all of the races.

4. The author's dialogue and description of the night gives what impression?
(a) It is a perfect time for visiting neighbors.
(b) It is the most exciting time of day.
(c) It is peaceful and serene.
(d) It is not safe to be out after dark.

5. What is Christy's reaction to his father?
(a) Guilty for hurting him.
(b) Afraid that he will be punished by God.
(c) Embarrassed about not doing a good job.
(d) Angry that he pretended to be dead.

Short Answer Questions

1. Act 1 begins with Pegeen:

2. What does the Widow Quin tell Jimmy and Philly about Old Mahon?

3. Pegeen's wedding is on hold until her fiance receives:

4. When Pegeen she says, "There's a great gap between a gallous story and a dirty deed," what does she mean?

5. Where does the Widow Quin tell Old Mahon that Christy is?

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