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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of the play, why does Michael claim that he is embarrassed?
(a) His clothing doesn't fit right and he wants to make a good impression.
(b) His shirt has stains on it and he hadn't realized it until that moment.
(c) He is nervous about the night and does not want to revolt Agnes.
(d) He told Agnes a story about his fortune as fortold by a gypsy woman.

2. Michael says that Agnes has changed from a "princess" to a what?
(a) Woman.
(b) Monster.
(c) Prince.
(d) Enemy.

3. What does Agnes hold in her hand that she has taken from her wedding cake?
(a) A miniature groom decoration.
(b) A candle.
(c) A piece of fruit.
(d) A rose.

4. What is Michael complaining of at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Lack of sleep.
(b) Too much noise.
(c) Intense pain.
(d) The brightness of the sunlight.

5. What is Michael doing at the start of Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Entering through the door.
(b) Shaving in the mirror.
(c) Writing in a notebook.
(d) Sleeping in bed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Michael said he has tried to persuade Agnes with servants, dresses, paintings and money so that she would do what?

2. What attribute(s) of Agnes does Michael proclaim to love?

3. What is special about the condition of the linens on the fourposter bed in Act 2, Scene 1?

4. After Michael puts on his coat to leave in Act 1, Scene 2, what is the next thing he does?

5. Michael asks Agnes for what before she dies?

(see the answer key)

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