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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sister Aloysius think of the children's dance class?
(a) It's a good form of exercise.
(b) It will build strong muscles.
(c) It is a good creative outlet.
(d) It's a waste of time.

2. How does the sailor in Father Flynn's opening sermon navigate?
(a) He has help from the captain.
(b) By the stars.
(c) He doesn't navigate.
(d) Using a compass.

3. How does Father Flynn end his opening sermon?
(a) He simply walks off.
(b) By saying Amen.
(c) By asking the congregation to cast aside doubt.
(d) With a hymn.

4. What is Sister Aloysius' function at the school?
(a) She is in charge of the infirmary.
(b) She is principal.
(c) She teaches history.
(d) She teaches literature.

5. In Father Flynn's opening sermon, he mentions what event that happened the year before the play takes place?
(a) France performs an underground nuclear test.
(b) The release of the first Beatles album.
(c) The Supreme Court's Miranda decision.
(d) President Kennedy's assassination.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens after the sailor sets his course in the parable of the sailor?

2. What is Sister James' class doing while she is with Sister Aloysius in Scene 2?

3. In the opening scene of the play, Father Flynn describes the sailor's dilemma as what?

4. Who is described as having a bit of sunshine in his/her heart, but reserved?

5. What does Sister Aloysius say it is important for children to have?

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