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

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

3. What do the scholars want Faustus to do?
(a) Quit his magical studies.
(b) Help them study.
(c) Loan them money.
(d) Quit school.

4. Why does Faustus offer this deal to Mephastophilis in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) He is frightened of Mephastophilis.
(b) In order to have the demon at his beck and call.
(c) He does not offer a deal.
(d) He is eager to learn magic.

5. What does the Clown beg Wagner to do about the devils in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) Send them away.
(b) Pay him more.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Summon Helen of Troy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Faustus do in his studies?

2. How do the scholars feel about Faustus spending time with Valdes and Cornelius?

3. Why do the Good and Bad Angels come to Faustus?

4. Who appears after Faustus finishes his incantation?

5. What deal does Faustus offer Mephastophilis in Act 1, Scene 3?

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