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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scenes 2, 3, and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ma get angry with Pa?
(a) He is using language she doesn't want her guests to hear.
(b) He is calling her names.
(c) He is taking down the decorations that she put up.
(d) He is eating the food she is saving for her guests.

2. What do the Captain and other guests do when Pa goes out?
(a) Cheer.
(b) Make fun of him.
(c) Laugh.
(d) Talk louder.

3. How does Ma feel about her actions and success at convincing Pa to follow her plan?
(a) She will have to take drastic steps.
(b) She will have to find alternate strategies.
(c) She thinks she has almost persuaded.
(d) She feels that he will never do it.

4. In what way is Pa violent?
(a) Verbally.
(b) Physically.
(c) Cheerfully.
(d) Emotionally.

5. What type of play is this?
(a) Comedy.
(b) Drama.
(c) Hyperbole.
(d) Satire.

Short Answer Questions

1. What plans do Pa, Ma and the captain discuss?

2. What does Pa do when no one leaves after he completes the first attempt?

3. What does Manure say to Pa's suggestion?

4. What type of event are Ma and Pa hosting?

5. How does Pa feel when he hears what Manure has to say?

(see the answer key)

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