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

2. What does Philip consider the power of love to be?
(a) Joyful
(b) Powerful
(c) Depressing
(d) Inspiring

3. What does Mollie commend Philip on when she first sees him after his stay in the sanatorium?
(a) His kindness
(b) His manners
(c) His looks
(d) His progress

4. Who is Mother Lovejoy placing the onus of saving Philip upon?
(a) Sister
(b) Paris
(c) Mollie
(d) Philip himself

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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to John, what is humiliation the same as?

2. Why do most of Philip's family members tend to forgive him, even though he is a violent and volatile man?

3. What has Philip taken with him in the early morning after asking Paris to come away with him?

4. What is Philip ultimately seeking as he is making his escape and intending to end his life?

5. Why has Mollie been awake instead of sleeping when the play opens?

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