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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sid mean by "backwash" if he and Florence married?
(a) The marriage would negatively affect the families.
(b) Everything would work out okay.
(c) The families would back them up.
(d) The families would benefit from the marriage.

2. What is the reason Dr. Barnes gives Benjamin for closing his ward?
(a) Budget deficit.
(b) Change in services.
(c) Inadequate number of patients.
(d) Loss of staff.

3. How does Benjamin's unexpected job loss affect his understanding of the world?
(a) He understands he is powerless to change the world.
(b) It is just another bad day for him.
(c) His understanding remains unchanged.
(d) He realizes he has a responsibility to change the world.

4. What does Joe initially think about strikes?
(a) Strikes do not work.
(b) Strikes work.
(c) He's not sure.
(d) People lose their jobs.

5. How does Dr. Barnes feel about the way the board treats Benjamin?
(a) Surprised.
(b) Angry.
(c) Rebellious.
(d) Nonchalant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the setting of Scene 6?

2. What foods does Edna identify as being very important for maintaining the kids' health?

3. What reasons does Joe give for not making more money?

4. What does Edna say Joe's boss is giving the kids?

5. Who initiates the meeting between Dr. Barnes and Benjamin?

(see the answer key)

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