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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through January 8 through September 3, 1772.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the main character classify the recent events that sent him away?
(a) As a "senseless and foolish adventure."
(b) As a "series of tragic misunderstandings."
(c) As a "bewildering journey of discovery."
(d) As a "misfortune doled out by Fate."

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

3. What is Werther convinced about, regarding the young woman with whom he has fallen in love?
(a) That she loves him.
(b) That she pities him.
(c) That she hates him.
(d) That she is oblivious to him.

4. In the letter of December 24. Werther mentions a woman who brags about her social station. What is her social status?
(a) She is a wealthy merchant's wife.
(b) She is a farm-girl.
(c) She is a countess.
(d) She is a clerk's daughter.

5. How many children does the estate manager have, whom Werther meets?
(a) Ten.
(b) Nine.
(c) Five.
(d) Six.

Short Answer Questions

1. What irks Werther about the society he finds himself with in Weimar?

2. What occurrence disrupts the event Werther and his new female friend are attending?

3. What best describes the personality of Werther's employer?

4. What is the surprise Werther receives from Lotte and Albert in the letter of February 20?

5. In which location does Werther arrange to meet Lotte and Albert?

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