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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act 1, where does Richie invite Billy to go?
(a) Home with him on leave.
(b) To go visit his sister.
(c) Off base to a bar.
(d) The movies.

2. What does Roger get caught looking at in Richie's footlocker?
(a) A wallet.
(b) A pin-up girl's picture.
(c) A picture of a naked man.
(d) A letter from the Army.

3. Who are the two black characters in the play?
(a) Billy and Martin.
(b) Carlyle and Roger.
(c) Clark and Billy.
(d) Roger and Clark.

4. As the men are discussing Carlyle before going to town, why does Roger say Carlyle has been acting like he has?
(a) Roger claims that Carlyle is an alcoholic.
(b) Roger feels like the whites are always trying to "keep him down."
(c) Roger claims Carlyle is messed up in the head.
(d) Roger claims Carlyle is homophobic.

5. After Richie tells the others about his father, what does Billy accuse him of?
(a) Trying to sound tough.
(b) Trying to gain sympathy.
(c) Trying to explain his "gayness."
(d) Making up a story.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Billy is leaving the room (per Richie's request to take a walk), what does Billy claim "ain't right"?

2. Why does Richie believe the suicide attempt was made?

3. At the opening of Act 2, Scene 2, what music is playing?

4. What is the only book that Richie tries to read during the play?

5. What does Carlyle ask Richie if he is?

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