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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act Two: Scenes 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What action does Sophie take in Scene 2 of Act One in order to soothe Salima after she is bitten by a soldier?
(a) She prays with her.
(b) She sings.
(c) She rubs her back.
(d) She plays the piano.

2. At what time of day does Scene 3 of Act Two begin?
(a) Morning.
(b) Afternoon.
(c) Midnight.
(d) Evening.

3. From what location does Mama retrieve stolen money hidden on Sophie's person?
(a) In Sophie's sock..
(b) In Sophie's shirt.
(c) In Sophie's shoe.
(d) In Sophie's kerchief.

4. What action does Mama take after she retrieves her money from Sophie's person?
(a) She throws her onto the floor.
(b) She calls the police.
(c) She drags her toward the door.
(d) She tells her to get out.

5. What object does Mama show to Sophie just before she accuses her of stealing?
(a) A raw diamond.
(b) A piece of pyrite.
(c) A raw ruby.
(d) A raw agate.

Short Answer Questions

1. The stage directions note that Scene 2 of Act Two should open with the lights taking what action?

2. Mama tells Salima in Scene 2 of Act Two that her former life is what?

3. How old was Mama when a white man came with a deed and seized her family's land?

4. At what time of day does Scene 6 of Act One begin?

5. The living quarters featured in Scene 3 of Act One are in what location?

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