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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. What does Travis bring in for Mama?
(a) A new gardening hat
(b) Kitchen cleanser
(c) The insurance check
(d) A warm winter coat

2. What does Walter Lee say when Ruth says she's considering an abortion?
(a) Let's talk about it
(b) He says nothing
(c) You can't do that
(d) It's a good idea

3. Mrs. Johnson reads a newspaper headline about:
(a) A riot in downtown Chicago
(b) A bombing at Clybourne Park
(c) An accident on the highway
(d) A neighborhood gang shooting

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

5. What gift does Beneatha's visitor bring?
(a) A large cake
(b) Records and robes
(c) Flowers and candy
(d) A little puppy

Short Answer Questions

1. Mama tells Travis that she has:

2. What does Ruth forbid Travis to do?

3. What does Ruth think of Willie?

4. What is Beneatha's current ambition in life?

5. Mama advises Beneatha:

(see the answer key)

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