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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Robert's response when Andrew says he's going to accept a job from a friend?
(a) He is upset.
(b) He refuses to speak to him.
(c) He is noncommital.
(d) He wants to come.

2. Why does Ruth complain about her mother to Robert at the beginning of the play?
(a) She likes to be alone.
(b) She doesn't like to talk.
(c) She is too happy.
(d) She nags Ruth.

3. What is Robert sitting on while he's on the hilltop with Mary, gazing at the horizon?
(a) Boulder.
(b) Blanket.
(c) Fence.
(d) Chair.

4. What is the name that Robert's daughter calls him?
(a) Paper.
(b) Dada.
(c) Pops.
(d) Father.

5. Who says "Oh, Ruth, our love is sweeter than any distant dream?"
(a) Michael.
(b) Robert.
(c) Andrew.
(d) Stephen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the relationship between Mrs. Mayo and Dick Scott?

2. Who is dressed in white and looks pretty and fresh in Act 2, Scene 1?

3. What is the setting of Act I, Scene I?

4. What does Andrew say is not part of Robert's nature when he is talking with him at the fence?

5. How does Mr. Mayo respond when Andrew says he wants to see the world?

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