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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How did Big Walter die, according to Mama?
(a) He was hit by a bus
(b) He died in a factory accident
(c) He worked himself to death
(d) He committed suicide

3. Beneatha says her people have to overcome:
(a) The Klu Klux Klan
(b) Racist neighborhoods
(c) Neighborhood gossips
(d) Racist newspaper stories

4. How much money does Walter Lee need for his plans?
(a) $75,000
(b) $3,500
(c) $25,000
(d) $10,000

5. Who knocks on the door?
(a) Mr. Arnold
(b) Bobo
(c) Willie
(d) George

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mama chide Ruth about?

2. In the paper, Walter Lee reads about:

3. Who calls Walter Lee on the telephone?

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

5. Mama's real name is:

(see the answer key)

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