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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 excuse does Ruth use as the reason she has to stay on the farm?
(a) Her mother.
(b) Kate.
(c) Mary.
(d) Her father.

2. Who says he won't come back with "empty hands next time?"
(a) Uncle Dick.
(b) Captain Scott.
(c) Ben.
(d) Andrew.

3. What does Andrew suggest they hire to help out around the farm?
(a) Cook.
(b) An experienced farmer.
(c) Painter.
(d) Gardener.

4. What is the setting of Act I, Scene I?
(a) Library.
(b) Car.
(c) Farmhouse.
(d) The side of the road at twilight.

5. Robert says Ruth is mean and:
(a) Big.
(b) Angry.
(c) Violent.
(d) Small.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ruth say would happen to her if Robert leaves?

2. What does Ruth tell Robert about her feelings for Andrew?

3. What does Andrew tell his father about Ruth in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What does the woman from the missionary ask Dick Scott?

5. What noise does Robert and Ruth hear from outside after they've had their terrible fight?

(see the answer key)

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