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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Desire under the Elms, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year does Desire Under the Elms take place?
(a) 1776.
(b) 1850.
(c) 1840.
(d) 1910.

2. What does Ephraim compare Abbie's eyes to?
(a) Diamonds.
(b) Angels.
(c) Doves.
(d) Emeralds.

3. Where is the Cabot farmhouse in Desire Under the Elms?
(a) California.
(b) New England.
(c) Oklahoma.
(d) New Mexico.

4. In what room of the house does Part 2, Scene 3 of Desire Under the Elms take place?
(a) The parlor.
(b) Eben's room.
(c) The kitchen.
(d) Abbie's room.

5. How old was Ephraim when he came to the farm?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Twenty.
(c) Sixteen.
(d) Thirty.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the protagonist in Desire Under the Elms?

2. With whom does Eben go to sleep in Part 2 of Desire Under the Elms?

3. How much money does Eben give to Simeon and Peter in Desire Under the Elms?

4. What does Abbie tell Eben he's all "slicked up" like in Part 2 of Desire Under the Elms?

5. Why does Eben offer the others money in Part 1 of Desire Under the Elms?

(see the answer key)

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