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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. Who does the character of John believe needs to be saved the most in this situation?
(a) Philip
(b) Paris
(c) Sister
(d) Mollie

2. What does Philip employ as a winning strategy when he tells Mollie that he will die if she leaves him?
(a) An ultimatum
(b) A bribery mechanism
(c) A moral obligation
(d) A guilt mechanism

3. Is Mollie awake when Philip leaves?
(a) She is just waking
(b) No
(c) She was awake, then falls back to sleep
(d) Yes

4. Which character tries most to console Mollie in her most desperate, grieving time?
(a) Mother Lovejoy
(b) Paris
(c) Sister
(d) John

5. What is covering the furnishings in Paris's house after his father's death?
(a) Plastic
(b) White tents
(c) White coverings
(d) Black blankets

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does John believe is the basis for his calculations of all human conditions?

3. What plans has Paris made for the day that, in addition to other feelings, keeps him from wanting to leave?

4. What is Paris's explanation of his father's death?

5. What does Paris think that all the talk of the new house sounds like?

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