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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. George doesn't care for:
(a) Coffee
(b) Beer
(c) Whiskey
(d) Soda Pop

2. Mrs. Johnson thinks Walter is:
(a) A good dancer
(b) A good provider
(c) Good looking
(d) A good driver

3. What does Ruth forbid Travis to do?
(a) Ask his grandmother for money
(b) Turns up the radio so loudly
(c) Stop on the way to school for gum
(d) Wear his baggy jeans to school

4. What does Ruth announce to Mama and Beneatha?
(a) That she's feeling ill
(b) That she's pregnant
(c) That she's been fired
(d) That she got a new job

5. Ruth tells Walter Lee she is sorry about:
(a) The new baby
(b) Her nagging
(c) His drinking
(d) Mama's decision

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Alaiyo mean?

2. Why does Mama refuse to support Walter Lee's plan to open a liquor store?

3. Where does Travis sleep?

4. What lie does Walter Lee tell George?

5. Which character starts the play on stage?

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