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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mollie always take Philip back, despite his violent tendencies?
(a) His fidelity
(b) He is charming
(c) He is good natured
(d) His solid Christianity

2. When does Philip wake after his last tirade?
(a) Just before dawn
(b) Noon
(c) At dawn
(d) Late in the morning

3. How does Mollie react when she learns what her ex-husband had intended to do just hours before his death?
(a) She is angered
(b) She is confused
(c) She is horror-stricken
(d) She is in shock

4. What plans has Paris made for the day that, in addition to other feelings, keeps him from wanting to leave?
(a) He plans to go hiking
(b) He plans to play with his school friend
(c) He plans to help John with the house
(d) He plans to go fishing

5. What does Philip apologize to Paris about regarding his time away?
(a) Leaving Paris with his mother
(b) For going away altogether
(c) Not coming back earlier
(d) Leaving so much of the farm work to Paris

Short Answer Questions

1. What are Mother Lovejoy and Sister preparing to do while Mollie is in seclusion?

2. Who serves as the main voice of reason for Mollie during her grief?

3. How does Molly respond to John's desire to commit to her?

4. What type of writing has Philip published?

5. What has Sister never done that seems to astound others?

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