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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Berniece respond to the unexpected gift from Lymon?
(a) She slaps Lymon.
(b) She laughs in Lymon's face.
(c) She kisses Lymon.
(d) She refuses Lymon's gift.

2. Before the dream in which Avery was told to change his profession, what did he do for a living?
(a) He was a traveling chef.
(b) He was a window washer.
(c) He was a hotel concierge.
(d) He was an elevator operator.

3. What was Wining Boy's profession?
(a) He was a wine maker.
(b) He was a backup dancer.
(c) He was a recording star.
(d) He was a coal miner.

4. What weapon does Berniece retrieve to protect herself and her belongings?
(a) A baseball bat.
(b) A gun.
(c) A rope.
(d) A knife.

5. What type of song does Boy Willie play on the piano?
(a) A jazzy boogie-woogie.
(b) A beginner's song.
(c) An advanced jig.
(d) A dreamy lullabye.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tries to enter the young woman's room while Boy Willie was there?

2. After his meeting with the landlord, what has Avery come to ask Berniece?

3. Which character admits to having spent time in prison?

4. What card game does Doaker frequently play?

5. While Boy Willie and the young woman are kissing, what is broken, waking up the family?

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