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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. Why does Walter come back after leaving the apartment?
(a) He forgot to kiss Ruth goodbye
(b) It's raining and he needs an umbrella
(c) He needs carfare from Ruth
(d) He wants to yell at Beneatha

2. Mr. Lindner thinks people should:
(a) Write things down
(b) Talk things over
(c) Make telephone calls
(d) Read the newspaper

3. Mama asks Walter Lee if he is:
(a) Thinking of suicide
(b) Gambling and drinking
(c) Seeing another woman
(d) Working too hard

4. How long did Mama and Big Walter plan on living in their apartment when they moved in?
(a) One year
(b) Ten years
(c) Five years
(d) Two years

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mama urge Ruth to do?

2. Who knocks on the door?

3. Where did Walter Lee put the money?

4. What does Travis ask Mama?

5. What are Mama and Beneatha doing in the beginning of this scene?

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