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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who initiates the meeting between Dr. Barnes and Benjamin?
(a) Fatt.
(b) Fayette.
(c) Dr. Barnes.
(d) Benjamin.

2. What does the hack do for a living?
(a) Drives a taxi cab.
(b) Makes furniture out of wood.
(c) Works as a butcher.
(d) Performs surgery on animals.

3. What does Edna mean when she says, "Everything was gonna be so ducky!"?
(a) She and Joe would have a good life.
(b) She and Joe might have some rough times.
(c) The movie was expected to get an A+ review.
(d) She would serve duck for dinner.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the three things Florence does for the family?

2. What lesson does Benjamin learn about theory versus life experience?

3. What does Irv think of Florence?

4. What does Sid do while thinking about Florence before he sees her?

5. What metaphor do Benjamin and Dr. Barnes use to describe Benjamin's experiences with anti-Semitism?

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