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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Roger take out of his locker to put on before leaving the base?
(a) Sunglasses.
(b) A smoking jacket.
(c) A cowboy hat.
(d) A duster coat.

2. During the discussion about Frankie, Billy tells Richie that there is a new theory regarding homosexuality. What is the new theory?
(a) That is is nurture, not nature.
(b) That it only happens to boys who grow up without fathers.
(c) Genetics.
(d) That it is from drinking the water in New York.

3. When discussing the war with Richie, who does Roger claim everyone is saying is the new "Hitler"?
(a) L.B.J.
(b) Billy.
(c) Ho Chi Minh.
(d) The president.

4. What is the one threat (as stated by the stage directions) that all of the men share?
(a) Homosexuals.
(b) Death.
(c) Losing a limb.
(d) The war.

5. What comment does Billy make about the waitress that makes Roger laugh at him?
(a) Billy says she likes him.
(b) Billy says the black-haired waitress is smart.
(c) Billy thinks she likes Roger.
(d) Billy thinks she would make a good mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. What character tries to slit his wrists in a suicide attempt?

2. After discussing what has happened to Martin, what does Richie offer to Carlyle?

3. What object is at the foot of each of the bunks?

4. Why does Carlyle tell Billy he will be fine in battle?

5. As Carlyle is leaving the room, he calls Richie a punk. What does Richie call Carlyle?

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