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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scenes 3, 4, 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The lesson of the allegory that this play represents is that we can face whatever happens with acceptance and grace. Which character represents this viewpoint?
(a) J.B..
(b) Sarah.
(c) Zuss.
(d) Nickles.

2. What does the First Messenger do when the Second Messenger tells J.B. and Sarah that their children are dead because of a drunk driver?
(a) Snap pictures.
(b) Interview them for a news video.
(c) Record with a video camera.
(d) Take notes.

3. When J.B. makes a reference to Sarah's love of flowers, he is referring to what?
(a) Their family.
(b) Their possessions.
(c) Their children.
(d) Their blessings.

4. What are Zuss and Nickles holding while they watch Sarah and J.B. realize their son is dead?
(a) Their masks.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Scepters.
(d) Scrolls.

5. J.B. represents what side of belief in God?
(a) Guidance.
(b) Obedience.
(c) Similitude.
(d) Faith.

Short Answer Questions

1. J.B. says that Sarah "thinks you can choose among your _____: well you don't, you love the lot of them."

2. What does Mr. Nickles sell?

3. What kind of mask is Mr. Nickles supposed to wear?

4. When J.B. and Sarah are arguing over whether God's blessings are earned or simply given, what happens to interrupt them?

5. Who is the Distant Voice meant to represent?

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