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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Odets foreshadow some of the main characters in the play?
(a) Has them all speak in Scene 1.
(b) Makes them members of the workers' committee.
(c) Reveals each one slowly as the "voice."
(d) Blacklists them for expulsion from the union.

2. What does it mean when a character is called "yellow?"
(a) He is courageous.
(b) He is a coward.
(c) He is a cab driver.
(d) He has a sunny disposition.

3. What does Fatt do after Joe comes forward?
(a) Sits and relights his cigar.
(b) Turns his back to Joe.
(c) Sits at the end of the table.
(d) Stands and crosses his arms.

4. What foods does Edna identify as being very important for maintaining the kids' health?
(a) Peaches and apple juice.
(b) Orange juice and grapefruits.
(c) Apples and oranges.
(d) Lemonade and grapefruits.

5. What source is suggested as proof to backup Fatt's claims?
(a) Sports Illustrated.
(b) The newspapers.
(c) The radio.
(d) Union mazagine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Joe mean when he says, "I rode the wheels off the chariot."?

2. What is the role of the character chewing on a toothpick?

3. What does Joe initially think about strikes?

4. Why do the characters assemble in the first scene?

5. What motivates the Gunman to move from his original position to center stage?

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