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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Andrew?
(a) Robert's older brother.
(b) Robert's younger brother.
(c) Robert's twin.
(d) Robert's cousin.

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

3. How long will Robert be at sea?
(a) Three years.
(b) One year.
(c) Twelve years.
(d) Six years.

4. What is Andrew's job on the ship?
(a) Head officer.
(b) Deck hand.
(c) Deck swabber.
(d) Cook.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Andrew suggest his father do to get more help on the farm?

2. Who says to Robert "I didn't want to spoil this last night you're here?"

3. Who describes Robert as a loafer and stupid?

4. What is the name of Robert and Ruth's child?

5. What does Robert plan to do to keep the family afloat until harvest time?

(see the answer key)

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