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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Earlier in the day, what had one of Troy and Bono's co-workers been caught doing?
(a) Trying to steal a watermelon.
(b) Trying to leave early.
(c) Trying to block the driveway.
(d) Trying to kiss the secretary.

2. What does Troy say in response to Rose's concern about Gabriel?
(a) He says that Gabriel likes Rose to feel sorry for him.
(b) He says they should look in on Gabriel more often.
(c) He says that Gabriel has plenty of people looking out for him.
(d) He says that Gabriel is fine and not to worry.

3. When Troy complains about Cory, what does Rose ask Troy?
(a) Rose asks Troy if he wants a beer.
(b) Rose asks Troy why he doesn't speak to Cory about the boy's behavior.
(c) Rose asks Troy if he'll mow the lawn instead of Cory.
(d) Rose asks Troy why he's so cranky about everything.

4. On the day the play begins, what does Troy confront his boss about?
(a) About why black men weren't allowed to drive trucks.
(b) About why the boss paid the workers so little.
(c) About why the men received no overtime.
(d) About why the boss didn't promote him.

5. Who does Gabriel think he is?
(a) The devil.
(b) An angel.
(c) A minister.
(d) God.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Cory answers Troy's question about whether he's just come home with "yeah," what does Troy remind him?

2. What argument do Rose, Troy, and Bono have about grocery stores?

3. Which two characters have told stories which are not entirely based on reality?

4. Where does Cory work?

5. What does Troy do after he talks about still having strength left to have sex with Rose?

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