1. According to Mrs. Roberts, why should the store owner give her some meat?
(a) Their religion requires that he take care of the poor.
(b) Her husband doesn't provide enough for her and her children.
(c) He gave meat to her neighbor, so it is only fair that he do the same for her.
(d) He owes her money for some eggs that she traded.

2. Why is Joe Clarke so passionate about the town?
(a) He put up the money to purchase and develop the land.
(b) He needs the town to maintain a positive reputation so that he can sell his property for a profit.
(c) He was born and raised there.
(d) It's the only place that he's ever lived.

3. According to Deacon Simms, why does the town need a jail?
(a) The church basement is overcrowded with prisoners.
(b) The jail will provide some much-needed jobs.
(c) The town is full of lawlessness.
(d) The jail will bring in government money.

4. How do the men at the store react to Daisy's arrival?
(a) No one speaks to her, but they all stare at her.
(b) They are embarrassed to speak to her.
(c) They suddenly become very formal and well-mannered.
(d) They flirt with Daisy and ask her to reveal which man she prefer, Jim or Dave.

5. Why does Jim Weston begin to play music?
(a) It is the only way he can express his love for Daisy.
(b) One of the men at the store requests a song.
(c) When he is nervous, he plays music.
(d) Daisy asks him to play for her.