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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Agnes determine is wrong with Michael at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) He is having sympathy labor pains.
(b) He has not eaten, and needs to eat.
(c) He has the flu.
(d) He is suffering from migraines.

2. Why does Michael say that his love has changed for Agnes in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Because he no longer cares for anyone anymore.
(b) Because he is in love with his work.
(c) Because she has become ugly and he can no longer look at her.
(d) Because he is in love with another woman.

3. What is hanging on the walls in Act 2?
(a) Embroidered country quilts.
(b) Rich paintings.
(c) Pictures of the children.
(d) Framed manuscripts of Michael's work.

4. Why is Agnes mad that Michael is wearing a nightshirt?
(a) Her father had worn pajamas for years.
(b) She had not given him permission to change clothes.
(c) Michael was supposed to get dressed to go to dinner.
(d) Michael said he would never wear a nightshirt.

5. What does Michael read to Agnes at the end of Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) His favorite childrens book.
(b) The new book he has started to write.
(c) The daily newspaper.
(d) The Bible.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 1, Scene 1, why does Micheal tell Agnes it is befitting of her to be crying?

2. Why is Agnes upset over Michael taking off her shoes?

3. What does Michael tell his son in Act 2, Scene 2?

4. When Agnes is in bed she swears she is comfortable, but then immediately changes her mind, saying what?

5. What object(s) does Michael use to call for Agnes?

(see the answer key)

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