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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. Why does Hjalmar not follow his father when he asks him to come to work?
(a) He has guests coming.
(b) He is worried about Hedwig.
(c) He wants to help his wife.
(d) He is too busy.

2. About what does Werle's son get mad at his father after Ekdal leaves?
(a) Not taking his blame for the business.
(b) Not stopping the bad behavior of Ekdal's son.
(c) Letting the Ekdal family sink so low.
(d) Inviting a fighting family to dinner.

3. What is Gina's daughter doing at the beginning of Act 2?
(a) Sleeping.
(b) Reading.
(c) Writing.
(d) Sewing.

4. What is the name of the Werle's housekeeper?
(a) Mrs. Sorby.
(b) Mrs. Sirby.
(c) Ms. Sardy.
(d) Ms. Surdy.

5. About what does Hjalmar say he knows the most at the party?
(a) Wine.
(b) Photography.
(c) Business.
(d) Finances.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one of Old Ekdal's favorite hobbies when he is younger?

2. About what do Gina and Hjalmar argue when Hjalmar comes home?

3. Who reminds Hjalmar to get back to work when he becomes distracted in Act 3?

4. What does Werle's son say he has discovered as he leaves his father's house at the beginning of the book?

5. What is the name of Old Ekdal's son?

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