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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Hovstad accuse of being cowardly and in fear of standing up to authority in Act I Scene 2?
(a) Mr. Aslaksen.
(b) Tom Stockmann.
(c) Catherine Stockmann.
(d) Mr. Billing.

2. In Act I Scene 2, Hovstad says he sees this situation as his opportunity to keep his word in doing what?
(a) Proving his worth.
(b) Protecting the people.
(c) Reporting good news.
(d) Fighting the bureaucrats.

3. Who suggests that Tom act with moderation in Act II Scene 1 when Tom tells Hovstad that Peter has declared war?
(a) Billing.
(b) Catherine Stockmann.
(c) Aslaksen.
(d) Peter Stockmann.

4. In the beginning of Act II Scene 1, Hovstad tells Billing to lower his voice because who is in earshot?
(a) Aslaksen.
(b) Tom Stockmann.
(c) Peter Stockmann.
(d) Petra Stockmann.

5. What is causing the waste in the water, according to the report?
(a) A paper mill.
(b) Oil drilling.
(c) A powerplant.
(d) The tannery.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act II Scene 1, Peter points out to Aslaksen that the community will be what if the water system is dismantled and rebuilt?

2. In Act II Scene 1, Billing is exhilarated because he claims this could be the day what?

3. Who separates Peter and Tom when they almost come to blows in Act I Scene 2?

4. How old is Ejlif?

5. In Act II Scene 1, Billing suggests to Hovstad that they seek the support of Tom to do what?

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