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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Joe do to quiet the men?
(a) Raises his hand.
(b) He is unable to quiet them.
(c) Raises a clenched fist.
(d) Tells them to be quiet.

2. What does it mean to "take a run-out powder?"
(a) Not leave when asked.
(b) Take a quick trip somewhere.
(c) Not show up as promised.
(d) Take medicine for an upset stomach.

3. What two unions have failed at past strikes?
(a) Textile and taxi drivers.
(b) Teamsters and canners.
(c) Textile and steel.
(d) Dock and auto workers.

4. What is the role of the character chewing on a toothpick?
(a) To keep score for the game.
(b) To maintain order.
(c) To bring food.
(d) To get the minutes approved.

5. Why does Joe think the workers need to strike?
(a) He doesn't. He believes striking is for losers.
(b) Because it makes the bosses look bad.
(c) So the workers can have extra money for vacations.
(d) The workers are supporting the company rather than the family.

Short Answer Questions

1. What source is suggested as proof to backup Fatt's claims?

2. Who does Joe call a Wop?

3. Who is referred to as having "more guts than a slaughter house?"

4. Who is the president as named in this scene?

5. What does it mean when a character is called "yellow?"

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