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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Walter Lee, money is:
(a) Important
(b) Life
(c) Evil
(d) Worthless

2. What does he mean by that term?
(a) That she dyes it with blonde streaks
(b) That she combs into a million braids
(c) That she straightens it to look Caucasian
(d) That she has cut it in too many layers

3. How does Beneatha's visitor treat Mama?
(a) He ignores her
(b) He is speechless
(c) With great respect
(d) He tells her jokes

4. How much did Ruth give the abortionist?
(a) Twenty-five dollars
(b) Ten dollars
(c) Five dollars
(d) Fifty dollars

5. About how old is Walter Lee Younger?
(a) 25
(b) 50
(c) 45
(d) 35

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mama urge Ruth to do?

2. What does Beneatha see Travis doing?

3. What does Mama call the apartment?

4. How did Big Walter die, according to Mama?

5. How much money does Walter Lee need for his plans?

(see the answer key)

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