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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Ruth reading when Robert comes in and watches her without her knowing in Act 2?
(a) History book.
(b) A letter from Andrew.
(c) Comics.
(d) Newspaper.

2. Who is furious with Ruth when Robert is shut up in the bedroom?
(a) Robert.
(b) The specialist.
(c) Andrew.
(d) Mrs. Atkins.

3. What job is Andrew going to have on the ship bound for Argentina?
(a) Captain.
(b) Second officer.
(c) Dishwasher.
(d) Cook.

4. What does Andrew suggest his father do to get more help on the farm?
(a) Hire a man.
(b) Buy new equipment.
(c) Hire two men.
(d) Work harder.

5. Who says "It's a free beginning--the start of my voyage?"
(a) Ruth.
(b) Robert.
(c) Andrew.
(d) Uncle Dick.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Mayo say her husband died of?

2. What does Mrs. Mayo say in Act 2, Scene1 to defend Robert against Mrs. Atkins' criticisms?

3. What does Andrew tell Ruth about his finances?

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

5. How does Ruth respond when Robert says that Andrew writes letters like a farmer in Act 2, Scene 1?

(see the answer key)

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