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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Firs say happened just before "the troubles"?
(a) The slaves rioted.
(b) An owl hooted and the samovar hissed constantly.
(c) The train arrived in the station.
(d) A black carriage pulled up to the estate.

2. Which character says, "Forward! We are moving irresistibly toward the bright star that burns in the distance!"?
(a) Trofimov.
(b) Anya.
(c) Lopakhin.
(d) Varya.

3. What does Lyubov request her servants get for her after her return in Act I?
(a) Coffee.
(b) Vodka.
(c) Tea.
(d) Kvass.

4. By what nickname does Yasha call Dunyasha in Act I?
(a) Little Tomato.
(b) Little Turnip.
(c) Little Cucumber.
(d) Little Potato.

5. How much is Gaev offered at the bank?
(a) 25,000 per year.
(b) 3,000 per year.
(c) 10,000 per year.
(d) 6,000 per year.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom does Dunyasha profess her love in Act II?

2. Who is mentioned as being "prepared to buy the estate" at auction?

3. What time is the train that Lopakhin is catching in Act I?

4. What does Lyubov reply when Pishchik asks if she ate frogs in France in Act I?

5. When does Varya say the estate will be sold in Act I?

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