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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act 2, why does Julle send word she will not be visiting Hedda and Tesman that evening?
(a) Rina is getting worse.
(b) She is still ofended about the hat.
(c) She does not feel welcome.
(d) She has another social engagement.

2. Which of the following best describes Mrs Elvsted's marriage?
(a) Loveless and convenient.
(b) Passionate and unwise.
(c) Comfortable and satisfactory.
(d) Abusive and horrible.

3. Does Berte leave her belongings lying around?
(a) Yes, they were always returning things to her.
(b) No, Hedda had left it and forgotten about it.
(c) Yes, and they dismissed her for it.
(d) No, the item belonged to Julle.

4. What role did Ejlert Lovborg play in the Elvsted household prior to the happenings in the play Hedda Gabler?
(a) He was the protege of Mr Elvsted.
(b) He was a close friend of Mr Elvsted.
(c) He tutored the children.
(d) He was a distant relation.

5. How does Hedda feel about the possibility of motherhood?
(a) She can't wait to hear children's voices in the house.
(b) She has no leaning toward such responsibilities.
(c) She looks forward to it to keep her occupied.
(d) She doesn't think she is capable of bearing children.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Brack's reaction when he realizes that Tesman is not at home and that he is alone with Hedda?

2. What is Hedda thankful for, in her relationship with Brack?

3. What kept Hedda and Tesman up late the night of their return?

4. What is the relationship between Lovborg and Miss Diana?

5. Who is the bouquet of flowers from?

(see the answer key)

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