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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why might Tesman not get the professorship he was promised?
(a) Lovborg is also being considered for the post.
(b) There are doubts about Tesman's character.
(c) Tesman was gone too long on his travels.
(d) The subject of Tesman's book is irrevelant to the post.

2. Which of the following best characterizes Hedda's feelings towards Mrs Elvsted?
(a) Concern and honesty.
(b) Respect and fear.
(c) Jealousy and disdain.
(d) Kindness and friendship.

3. What is Lovborg's response to Hedda's revelation about Mr Elvsted?
(a) He grows angry and embarrassed, and decides to leave with Tesman and Brack.
(b) He makes a toast with a glass of punch, to 'the truth'.
(c) He laughs at Mrs Elvsted.
(d) He brushes it off and admonishes Hedda.

4. Which of the following best characterizes Hedda's view of her marriage at the end of Act 1?
(a) Unimportant and temporary.
(b) Exciting and adventurous.
(c) A disappointment and boring.
(d) Comfortable and supportive.

5. What does Mrs Elvsted ask of Tesman in Act 1 of Hedda Gabler?
(a) To be kind to Lovborg and keep a watchful eye on him.
(b) To let Lovborg have the professorship.
(c) To let her know what he thinks of Lovborg's book.
(d) To continue Lovborg's work.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lovborg tell Mrs. Elvsted happened to the manuscript?

2. To what does Brack invite Tesman?

3. What does Hedda refer to when she says someone has 'vine leaves in their hair'?

4. What does Hedda claim were her motives in their prior experiences together?

5. How long has Mrs Elvsted been in town?

(see the answer key)

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