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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. J.B. refers to the regularity of morning and spring to show that God can be what?
(a) Counted upon.
(b) Helpful.
(c) Friendly.
(d) Benevolent.

2. There are two traditional aspects of man's relationship with God as portrayed in the story. The first is ______ in God's love.
(a) Certainty.
(b) Faith.
(c) Joy.
(d) Belief.

3. When Mr. Zuss says that the world is a great place, what does Mr. Nickles say it is?
(a) A dung-heap.
(b) A garbage dump.
(c) A waste land.
(d) A trash pile.

4. Nickles climbs up the ladder at the end of Scene 8 and calls God by his name in what language?
(a) Hebrew.
(b) Italian.
(c) Latin.
(d) Greek.

5. 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) Take notes.
(c) Record with a video camera.
(d) Interview them for a news video.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Mr. Nickles and Mr. Zuss step onto the stage, who is Mr. Zuss going to play?

2. What are Zuss and Nickles holding while they watch Sarah and J.B. realize their son is dead?

3. The text of the play is written in what?

4. What is the modern day religion closest to existentialism?

5. The quote, "His will, our peace" comes from what author?

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