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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Joe call Edna after she says that he is "crawling like a worm?"
(a) An ungrateful shrew.
(b) A tramp.
(c) A nag.
(d) A red.

2. What lesson does Benjamin learn about theory versus life experience?
(a) His opinion about the two is unchanged.
(b) Experience and theories are not related.
(c) Theory is nothing more than conjecture.
(d) Life experience makes theories believable.

3. What does Joe initially think about strikes?
(a) Strikes work.
(b) Strikes do not work.
(c) People lose their jobs.
(d) He's not sure.

4. What is one reason Sid says that it is so trying to be a man?
(a) Women are too demanding.
(b) His family wants him to remain a kid.
(c) Men at work challenge his manhood.
(d) The bosses with money keep the working class down.

5. What metaphor do Benjamin and Dr. Barnes use to describe Benjamin's experiences with anti-Semitism?
(a) Stormy weather.
(b) Vigorous exercise.
(c) Malignant disease.
(d) Earthquake.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the three things Florence says she wants from life?

2. How much do Joe and Edna pay for rent?

3. What is the state of health of Florence's mother?

4. What is Joe paying his dues to?

5. What is Joe's plan before going to the workers meeting?

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