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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the devils do in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) Yell at Wagner for summoning them.
(b) They refuse to appear.
(c) Kill the Clown.
(d) Frighten the Clown into submission at Wagner's request.

2. In Act 2, Scene 2, who owned the object that Robin is carrying before Robin obtained it?
(a) Rafe.
(b) Faustus.
(c) Wagner.
(d) Mephastophilis.

3. 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.

4. What does Faustus ask for instead of his original plan in Act 3, Scene 1?
(a) To meet Helen of Troy.
(b) To meet the Seven Deadly Sins.
(c) To see hell.
(d) To be made invisible.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does the Horse-Courser return soaking wet?

3. Where are Mephastophilis and Faustus waiting at the beginning of Act 3, Scene 1?

4. What does the Bad Angel advise Faustus to do?

5. Who is the main character in the play?

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