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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. It is revealed in Scene 6 of Act One that which character is the wife of Fortune?
(a) Mama.
(b) Salima.
(c) Sophie.
(d) Josephine.

2. What kind of leader is Kisembe said to be in Scene 2 of Act One?
(a) Rebel.
(b) Democratic.
(c) Gang.
(d) Communist.

3. What type of makeup product does Mama apply to Sophie's face after agreeing to take her in?
(a) Rouge.
(b) Eye shadow.
(c) Lipstick.
(d) Mascara.

4. The person standing outside the bar at the opening of Scene 1 of Act Two is described as being "like a" what "guarding the gates" (63)?
(a) A dragon.
(b) A gryphon.
(c) A centurion.
(d) A lion.

5. How does Sophie react to Mama's anger about the stolen money?
(a) She is bitter.
(b) She is offended.
(c) She is terrified.
(d) She is angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who reads aloud from a romance novel in Scene 5 of Act One?

2. Salima tells Sophie that she had loved Fortune since she was how many years old?

3. Who purchased the book being read aloud in Scene 5 of Act One?

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

5. What favorite food of Beatrice's is discussed in Scene 3 of Act One?

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