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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Death of Synge,.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Yeats have the chance to protect Maud Gonne?
(a) 1897.
(b) 1797.
(c) 1887.
(d) 1787.

2. What was referenced many times in Synge's last play?
(a) Hell.
(b) Religion.
(c) Death.
(d) Hatred.

3. How was Russell seen among the theosophists?
(a) The teacher.
(b) The sponsor.
(c) The follower.
(d) The leader.

4. How did most of Synge's friends view his acceptance?
(a) A necessity.
(b) A prayer answered.
(c) A sign of strength.
(d) A weakness.

5. What did Synge accept just before he died?
(a) His estrangement from society.
(b) His belief in God.
(c) His impending death.
(d) His lack of success.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did the starving artist refuse the job that Yeats found for her?

2. What did Yeats say a writer had to do to be appreciated?

3. How was Maud treated by the public?

4. What season did Yeats like to spend with Lady Gregory?

5. How did Yeats feel when Synge's death went unnoticed?

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