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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the mother offer to give her son's fiancée?
(a) A diamond ring.
(b) Brass earrings.
(c) A dress.
(d) A necklace.

2. What does the mother say to her son just before he leaves her house in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Peace be with you.
(b) Go with God.
(c) See you soon.
(d) I love you.

3. What is the mother describing in the following text: "They let them eat there, and smoke, and make music if they want to!"?
(a) Prison.
(b) The vineyards.
(c) Her home.
(d) The city.

4. What reason does the neighbor give the mother when she leaves?
(a) Because she needs to cook.
(b) Because she is tired.
(c) Because the men will be in from the fields soon.
(d) Because the mother wants her to.

5. What is the name of the boy whose arms are cut off?
(a) Rafael.
(b) Paul.
(c) Manuel.
(d) Luis.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does the mother question her neighbor about in Act 1, Scene 1?

2. Who is the mother talking about when she says "my mouth fills with mud"?

3. How many years does the mother say it has been since she has left her home?

4. What is the neighbor wearing on her head when she comes to visit the mother?

5. What color is the room where the mother and son argue in Scene 1?

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