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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Popeye want in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) To learn to sew.
(b) To quit her job.
(c) To be with Delmount.
(d) to be with Mac Sam.

2. In what state does the play take place?
(a) Louisiana.
(b) Mississippi.
(c) Alabama.
(d) Georgia.

3. With whom is Delmount angry for not getting him out of trouble?
(a) Carnelle.
(b) Popeye.
(c) His mother.
(d) Elain.

4. Why doesn't Delmount respond to Popeye's advances?
(a) He's emotionally wounded.
(b) He just doesn't like her.
(c) He knows he is violent.
(d) He loves somebody else.

5. Which of the following is a theme in the play's second act?
(a) Self-injury.
(b) Self-identity.
(c) Loss of a family member.
(d) Failure.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is wrong with Carnelle's dress at the pageant?

2. Who tells Delmount that Popeye loves him?

3. Why does Delmount need money?

4. Which character gave Mac Sam syphilis?

5. Who was asked to speak at the beauty pageant about beauty?

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