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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Henry seized with a new feeling of love for Ellen?
(a) She weeps over John's coffin.
(b) She actually understands Transcendentalism
(c) She comforts him.
(d) She says she loves him.

2. Who does Waldo say "were trying to buy popularity?"
(a) Roman emperors.
(b) The members of his congregation.
(c) His students.
(d) College professors.

3. On what do John and Henry then agree?
(a) They will both get married as soon as possible to forget about Ellen.
(b) They will remain celibate until they are 90 and 92 years old, at which time they will both pursue Ellen.
(c) They will begin their cult and marry as many women as possible.
(d) They will stay celibate for the rest of their lives.

4. Why do the townsfolk look strangely at Henry?
(a) Henry is arguing with the constable.
(b) Henry is stumbling around.
(c) Henry takes off one shoe.
(d) Henry is sneaking around in the dark.

5. How does Bailey feel about being in jail with Henry?
(a) He hates being in jail with him.
(b) He does not mind being in jail with an author.
(c) He is delighted to be in jail with an author.
(d) He is irritated by him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Henry's response when Ellen asks what will happen to the school now that there are no students?

2. Ellen says that she has to go home, and Henry delays. Why?

3. Henry notes that older people like her father are "polluted" by advice. How does he strongly urge Ellen to maintain her "innocence?"

4. Whose nightmare of Henry being arrested has come true?

5. What does Henry note that people must do, regarding books?

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