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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. If Philip were to re-marry Mollie, how would Mother Lovejoy benefit?
(a) She would benefit economically
(b) She would benefit by having a big family
(c) She would benefit by heightening her social status
(d) She would benefit by keeping the house

2. What is the main way the character of Sister is different from the character of Philip?
(a) She is abusive
(b) She is gentle
(c) She is smart
(d) She is quiet

3. How does Paris feel about his father's irrational behavior?
(a) Worried
(b) Scared
(c) Frustrated
(d) Anxious

4. Who informs Philip that Mollie is prepared to leave?
(a) Paris
(b) Mother Lovejoy
(c) Sister
(d) John

5. Who is aghast that John could love Mollie after such a short time?
(a) Paris
(b) Sister
(c) Philip
(d) Mother Lovejoy

Short Answer Questions

1. In the past, what did those who loved Philip tend to do immediately following an outburst of violence or anger?

2. What is the main realiziation that Philip has that pushes him over the edge?

3. What does Philip's desire to get Paris to leave with him stem from?

4. At the dinner table, what does Philip dissuade John from doing?

5. In what kind of state is Philip when he recalls his boyhood?

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