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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act III, Scene 1 through Act III, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After he tells Melchior his story, how does Moritz summarize his feelings?
(a) He feels headless.
(b) He feels completely alone.
(c) He is waiting for someone to help him.
(d) He feels he has too many heads.

2. According to the other boys, whose name is still on the list for consideration to be promoted?
(a) Gunther.
(b) Ernst Robel.
(c) Melchior.
(d) Hanschel.

3. How does Moritz's father react to his son's death?
(a) He is overcome with grief.
(b) He disowns him.
(c) He is saddened with his inability to help his son.
(d) He is furious at the school.

4. In their first encounter, what question does Melchior pose to Wendla?
(a) He asks if she likes him.
(b) He asks if she enjoys visiting poor people.
(c) He asks if she believes in God.
(d) He asks if she understands sex.

5. To whom does Bentley relate the masked man, especially in relation to summary of morality?
(a) Goethe.
(b) Wedekind.
(c) Faust.
(d) Brecht.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Bergmann wonder about Wendla in the first scene?

2. According to Moritz, what is designed to flunk out the students at their school?

3. In Act II, Scene 1, what does Moritz tell Melchior he has been doing constantly?

4. Who does Bentley believe is the inspiration for the characters of Mr. and Mrs. Gabor?

5. Ultimately, what does Bentley suggest about the masked man?

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