Between Riverside and Crazy Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is noteworthy about the rookie police officer that Pops says shot him? (from Act 1, Scene 3, Part 2)

The officer had never fired a gun before.

The officer was protecting a prostitute.

The officer was drunk.

The office was white.

2.

Which character is described as a recovering alcoholic who is trying to stay clean and sober? (from Act 1, Scene 1, Part 2)

Oswaldo.

Pops.

Junior.

Lulu.

3.

In telling the story of the shooting earlier, what did Pops lie about? (from Act 2, Scene 2)

Being called "nigger" by Delores when he came home from the hospital.

Being called "nigger" by the policeman who shot him.

Being called "nigger" by the people watching in the bar.

Being called "nigger" by the police captain refusing to hear his complaint.

4.

What is the most likely reason that being on the roof represents, in the play and for the characters, hope and possibility? (from Act 1, Scene 2)

Someone can see more of the sky more clearly: it's more open.

Someone can look across the roofs of other houses: have a sense of superiority.

Someone can look down on the people below: have a sense of control.

Someone can jump from one roof to another: have a sense of danger.

5.

What action in Act 2, Scene 4 reinforces the idea, evident in his gift of the ring from the Church Lady, that Pops' / Walter has changed significantly? (from Act 2, Scene 4)

His decision to work hard to repay O'Connor and Caro for the ring.

His decision to take Junior with him as he travels.

His decision to take the dog with him as he travels.

His decision to work hard so he can increase his donation to the orphans.

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