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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Valdes, Cornelius, and Faustus leave Faustus's home at the end of Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) They stay at Faustus's house.
(b) To find women.
(c) To attend a play.
(d) To practice their magical skills.

2. Who is cynical of Faustus's abilities?
(a) The Duke of Vanholt.
(b) A knight.
(c) The Duchess of Vanholt.
(d) Carolus.

3. What is necromancy?
(a) A relationship with God.
(b) The magical art of raising the dead.
(c) The art of summoning demons.
(d) Speaking to the devil.

4. Where are Mephastophilis and Faustus waiting at the beginning of Act 3, Scene 1?
(a) At a restaurant.
(b) The private chambers of the Pope.
(c) At Robin's house.
(d) At the house of the Duke and Duchess of Vanholt.

5. What does Faustus consider in Act 2, Scene 3?
(a) Asking to meet the Seven Deadly Sins.
(b) Backing out of his deal with the devil.
(c) Killing himself.
(d) Praying for forgiveness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the scholars learn in response to their question in Act 1, Scene 2?

2. What does the Good Angel advise Faustus?

3. What does Robin do when he grows tired of the Vintner?

4. Who is the main character in the play?

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

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