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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ben say is broken in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) The dishwasher.
(b) Mowing machine.
(c) The car.
(d) His hand.

2. How does Robert describe Andrew's letters that he wrote to them while he was on the voyage?
(a) They came regularly.
(b) They were sketchy.
(c) Lengthy.
(d) Full of description.

3. What does Mrs. Mayo say in Act 2, Scene1 to defend Robert against Mrs. Atkins' criticisms?
(a) He is always on time.
(b) He's better than they are.
(c) He has enough money.
(d) He works hard.

4. Who says the hills around the farm feel like a prison?
(a) Andrew.
(b) James.
(c) Robert.
(d) Ruth.

5. What is his mother's reaction when Robert tells his family about him and Ruth?
(a) Hysteria.
(b) Relief that Robert is not going on the voyage.
(c) Rage.
(d) Despair.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What excuse does Ruth use as the reason she has to stay on the farm?

3. What color dress is Ruth wearing in Act 3, Scene 1?

4. What makes Captain Scott get out of breath in Act 2, Scene 2?

5. In what month is the beginning of the play set?

(see the answer key)

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