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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Mrs. Mayo say about Ruth and Andrew?
(a) They'd make a nice couple.
(b) They tell funny jokes.
(c) That Ruth doesn't love him.
(d) They are foolish.

3. What is the name of Robert and Ruth's child?
(a) Susan.
(b) Mary.
(c) Mackenzie.
(d) Sharon.

4. Who says "We'll be late for supper, Rob?"
(a) Kate.
(b) Andrew.
(c) Ruth.
(d) Ruth's mother.

5. What is one opportunity that Andrew says Robert will have by going on the sea voyage?
(a) More time to study biology.
(b) Volunteer work.
(c) Learn how to cook.
(d) He'll make money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Mayo tell Dick Scott he needs to find for his voyage?

2. What does the main room of the farmhouse look like in Act 2?

3. Who does Ruth say she loves at the end of Act 2, Scene 1?

4. What is Ruth reading when Robert comes in and watches her without her knowing in Act 2?

5. Who says "I've earned my right to quit when I want to?"

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Andrew tell Robert about his travels when he joins him on the hilltop?

2. How has Ruth changed after three years of being married?

3. What work is Andrew considered to be well suited for?

4. What does Mrs. Atkins criticize Robert for as she sits at the table knitting with Mrs. Mayo?

5. Describe how Andrew has changed since he went away on the voyage.

6. What is Andrew's reaction to Robert's announcement that he is in love with Ruth?

7. What does Ruth say when Andrew angrily asks her why they didn't let him know about Robert's deteriorating health?

8. What do Andrew and Ruth do when they find Robert on the side of the road?

9. What does Ruth tell her mother about Robert's plan for their future when he gets well and can leave the farm?

10. Why does Robert say he wants to die while outside watching the sun rise?

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