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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 does Robin cast a spell?
(a) Because he wants to escape.
(b) To keep the Vintner from finding the silver goblet.
(c) Because the Vintner says he cannot do it.
(d) Because he wants to try.

2. Who does the Pope think Faustus is?
(a) God.
(b) Mephastophilis.
(c) A ghost.
(d) A demon.

3. What does Carolus ask Faustus to do at the end of Act 4, Scene 1?
(a) Summon Helen of Troy.
(b) Visit again often.
(c) Take him to see hell.
(d) Remove the horns from the knight's head.

4. How does Mephastophilis react to Faustus's offer?
(a) He refuses immediately.
(b) He tells Faustus it is a bad idea.
(c) He disappears without responding.
(d) He is interested and returns to hell to see if Lucifer will accept the offer.

5. What does the Bad Angel advise Faustus to do?
(a) He does not advise Faustus of anything.
(b) Become a member of the clergy.
(c) Study magic.
(d) Continue his regular studies.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the occupation of Valdes and Cornelius?

2. What does Robin intend to use the book for?

3. Who speaks in the Prologue?

4. How does Carolus feel about Faustus's trick on his subject?

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

(see the answer key)

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