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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Fatt do to send the Gunman back to his original position?
(a) Nothing.
(b) He tells the Gunman to let the character speak.
(c) He asks the workers to sit down.
(d) He waves his hand.

3. What upsets Benjamin most about the hospital's politics?
(a) The way he is insulted.
(b) Leed's political connections.
(c) Treating poor people differently.
(d) Dr. Barnes' lack of support.

4. What does Edna imply that her current financial situation is causing to happen to her?
(a) Crying every day.
(b) Putting wrinkles on her face.
(c) Losing weight.
(d) Missing her favorite movie.

5. What factors limit Dr. Barnes' employment options?
(a) Age and ethnicity.
(b) His age and invalid daughter.
(c) Indebtedness and medical competence.
(d) Work ethic and alcoholism.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Edna say Joe's boss is giving the kids?

2. Which character is accused of taking a "run-out powder?"

3. Why does the Voice correct Fatt's mileage estimate?

4. Why is a character called a "red?"

5. Who helps Joe overcome his fear of fighting for a living wage and make up his mind?

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