Act II, Scene II Test Questions

Why does Beneatha say goodbye to George?

• Because he doesn't think women should be treated as equals

• Beneatha is leaving the country
• They had an argument
• George is moving away

How did Ruth find out Walter hadn't been going to work?

• She called his office and his boss informed her that he hadn't shown up for work in days.
• She found his car parked outside the house during work hours.
• She received an email from his coworker about his absence.
• She saw him at a coffee shop when he was supposed to be at work.

Where had Walter been going instead of going to work?

• Drinking, Walking, Thinking, and Watching people

• A beach resort
• A friend's house
• A shopping mall

How much money did Mama put down as a down payment for the house?

• 3,500

• $2,000
• $500
• $5,000

What did Mama do for Walter?

• Mama gave Walter a vacation to Hawaii
• Mama gave Walter a pet dog
• Mama gave Walter a new car
• She gave him the money that was left out the insurance money.

What did Mama tell Walter to do with the money?

• Put it in the bank for Beneatha's medical school tuition.
• Hide it under the mattress
• Invest in a risky business venture
• Spend it on a luxurious vacation

What do we find out about Ruth in Act II Scene II ?

• Ruth is adopting a child
• Ruth is moving to a different city
• Ruth is still pregnant with Walter's child.

• Ruth is starting a new job