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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Deacon Simms suggest they do about the problem of snakes in the area?
(a) He says that they should leave them alone since even snakes serve God's purpose.
(b) He says they need to cut down the weeds around town.
(c) He says that they need to put out traps for them and relocate the snakes.
(d) He says they need to hold a prayer service to drive the snakes out of the area.

2. What game are the children playing in front of the store?
(a) Chick-me, chick-me, cranie-crow.
(b) Red rover.
(c) Hopscotch.
(d) Double-dutch.

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

4. Why does Daisy return to the store in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) She hears Jim Weston and Dave Carter's music,
(b) She left her pocketbook at the store.
(c) She is coming in to work her shift at the store.
(d) She forgot to pick something up for her mother.

5. How do the men in front of the store react to Deacon Simms' arrival?
(a) They try to ignore him, hoping that he will go away.
(b) They begin to harass and verbally assault him.
(c) They welcome him to join their poker game.
(d) They quickly hide their games and their winnings.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the men at the store begin to talk about after Jim Weston and Dave Carter arrive?

2. Why does Jim Weston jump up to fight Dave Carter in Act 1, Scene 1?

3. What instrument does Jim Weston play?

4. How does Daisy respond to the question of whether she prefers Jim Weston or Dave Carter?

5. Why does Jim Weston get angry with Dave Carter in Act 1, Scene 1?

(see the answer key)

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