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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What set of books does Faustus ask for?
(a) Books to give him power over all the other demons and knowledge of the entire earth and universe.
(b) Books to control women.
(c) Books to control the weather.
(d) Books to summon troops of knights.

2. What does Faustus do as a storm approaches?
(a) He hides.
(b) He draws a magic circle around himself.
(c) He goes to sleep.
(d) He goes to the theater to watch a play.

3. 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.

4. Why is Wagner's first offer of payment so offensive to the Clown?
(a) Because the Clown does not like Wagner.
(b) Because Wagner refuses to pay at all.
(c) It is not offensive.
(d) Because French crowns are devalued to the point of being practically worthless.

5. How does Faustus feel about the benefits of selling his soul?
(a) Overjoyed because he can truly enjoy life now.
(b) Like he has betrayed God.
(c) Terrified.
(d) Apprehensive.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Whom is Faustus waiting for in Act 2, Scene 1?

3. Whom does Mephastophilis say that he serves?

4. Who appears after Faustus finishes his incantation?

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

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