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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the Clown react to the appearance of the devils in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) He dies.
(b) He runs away.
(c) He cries.
(d) He laughs.

2. Why does Faustus react the way that he does to the pending storm?
(a) He is frightened.
(b) He plans to summon a demon.
(c) He is tired.
(d) He is bored.

3. Why is Faustus tempted to study this?
(a) Because of the power it would give him.
(b) Because it would make his parents proud.
(c) Because Wagner suggests it.
(d) Because it sounds fun.

4. What specific topic does Faustus begin to study, according to the Chorus in the Prologue?
(a) Astrology.
(b) Pediatrics.
(c) Necromancy.
(d) Socrates.

5. What is the Clown's condition for agreeing to Wagner's request?
(a) Wagner must teach him to summon devils too.
(b) Wagner must never summon devils again.
(c) Wagner must introduce him to Helen of Troy.
(d) Wagner must pay him more.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mephastophilis react to Faustus's offer?

2. What do the devils do in Act 1, Scene 4?

3. What are the names of the devils that appear in Act 1, Scene 4?

4. How does Faustus feel about the sight of the demon in Act 1, Scene 3?

5. What does the Good Angel advise Faustus?

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