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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Pegeen's relationship with her father can be described as:
(a) Antagonistic.
(b) Amiable.
(c) One sided.
(d) Loving.

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

3. A literary term for Pegeen's warning to Christy about what will happen if he keeps telling his story is?
(a) Satire.
(b) Imagery.
(c) Foreshadowing.
(d) Irony.

4. What does the Widow Quin suggest that Old Mahon do?
(a) Follow Christy quickly before the tide comes in.
(b) Stay and rest for a few days.
(c) Marry her.
(d) Pray for him.

5. The villagers seem very religious, yet they treat Christy with:
(a) Kindness because his father was cruel.
(b) Pity because he is poorer than they are.
(c) Patience because he is not as devout as they are.
(d) Awe for his bravery.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was Pegeen angry with Christy for speaking with the girls and the Widow Quin?

2. What happens each time Christy tells his story?

3. A "shebeen" is a:

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

5. Which character has the most at stake due to the appearance of Christy?

(see the answer key)

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