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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Big Walter die, according to Mama?
(a) He worked himself to death
(b) He committed suicide
(c) He was hit by a bus
(d) He died in a factory accident

2. What is the time period of the play?
(a) Late 1930s through the late 1940s
(b) Late 1940s through late 1950s
(c) Early 1960s through early1970s
(d) Late 1960s through late 1970s

3. How does Walter Lee like his eggs?
(a) Any way but scrambled
(b) Over easy
(c) Scrambled
(d) Poached

4. How much money does Walter Lee need for his plans?
(a) $25,000
(b) $3,500
(c) $10,000
(d) $75,000

5. How does Mama react to Beneatha's statement that God no longer exists?
(a) She agree with Beneatha
(b) She begins to pray
(c) She slaps Beneatha
(d) She leaves the room

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ruth think of Willie?

2. What was the former function of Ruth and Walter Lee's bedroom?

3. How long did Mama and Big Walter plan on living in their apartment when they moved in?

4. What does Mama chide Ruth about?

5. Where is the action of this play set?

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