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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through May 10 through 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the main character find enjoyable about the area he has arrived at in the first letter?
(a) The proliferation of tame wildlife.
(b) The inexpressible natural beauty.
(c) The proximity to the wide-open sea.
(d) The few large estates surrounding the town.

2. What was the reception Werther first received from the common townsfolk?
(a) They welcomed him openly.
(b) They ignored him entirely.
(c) They were suspicious of him.
(d) They were uncouth to him.

3. To what does Werther compare his "poor heart?"
(a) To an ailing child.
(b) To a questing knight.
(c) To a robust soldier.
(d) To a blushing maiden.

4. How does Werther view those who keep their distance from commoners?
(a) As snobbish.
(b) As wise.
(c) As cowards.
(d) As sensible.

5. Who is the "Melusine" to whom Werther refers?
(a) A mythical water-nymph.
(b) One of the mythical Furies.
(c) A historical French princess.
(d) The daughter of the town mayor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the main character vow to do now that he is away?

2. Why is the main character happy at the beginning of the first letter?

3. What is Werther aware of, regarding himself and the townsfolk?

4. How does the main character describe the town in which he resides as of the first letter?

5. What does Werther feel very connected to?

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