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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Marina knitting when the scene opens during the first act of the play?
(a) Pot holder.
(b) Sweater.
(c) Scarf.
(d) Stocking.

2. Vanya notes that he and _________ have slaved for the Professor to keep the farm running profitably.
(a) Sonya.
(b) Marina.
(c) Yelena.
(d) Maria.

3. Who does Yelena admit to being interested in as she and Sonya talk about relationships?
(a) Astrov.
(b) Vanya.
(c) Josef.
(d) Telegin.

4. What does Maria say that Vanya used to have, but does not have anymore - and Vanya agrees with her?
(a) A gun.
(b) Convictions.
(c) A smile.
(d) A purpose.

5. What does Astrov give as his excuse for quickly leaving when Sonya enters the room?
(a) He forgot his wallet.
(b) He is supposed to make a phone call.
(c) He doesn't want to see her.
(d) He's not wearing a tie.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Yelena talks to Vanya about his quarreling ways, he starts talks about her ___________.

2. Astrov says that his work shows a clear picture of decline brought by _____________, by ignorance, and by a total lack of awareness.

3. Astrov predicts that by the time it stops ______________, the horse and carriage will be ready.

4. What is heard offstage as the Professor goes to talk with Vanya?

5. The Professor calls Vanya a _______________ and tells him he can have the estate.

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