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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do Eduard, Charlotte, and the captain speak of the concept of elective affinities?
(a) In terms of apples, oranges, bananas, and pears.
(b) In terms of A, B, C, and D.
(c) In terms of men, women, children, and animals.
(d) In terms of 1, 2, 3, and 4.

2. After hearing of Charlotte's physical condition, how does Eduard feel?
(a) Ready and happy for the future.
(b) Ashamed that he deserted his wife.
(c) That he wants cease to exist.
(d) Encouraged and refreshed.

3. Who broaches the subject to Eduard of reconciling with Charlotte?
(a) The Captain.
(b) The parson.
(c) Herr Mittler.
(d) The Baroness.

4. What building has been completed for the celebration planned by Eduard and the Captain?
(a) The pavilion.
(b) The stables.
(c) The chapel.
(d) The moss hut.

5. What trait is the man who often visits the estate known for?
(a) For his many extra-marital affairs.
(b) For high-class begging.
(c) For settling all manner of disputes.
(d) For bragging about his wealth.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does the mistress of the house think has a more-than-average interest in Ottilie?

2. How is the female guest of the estate related to the mistress of the estate?

3. How did the master of the estate grow up?

4. How does Ottilie respond to Charlotte's mention of the Captain potentially getting married?

5. What general plans do Eduard and the captain have for the estate?

Short Essay Questions

1. What counteroffer does Charlotte make to Eduard's proposal of the Captain's visit?

2. How does Eduard explain to Mittler how he feels and acts?

3. Why does Charlotte object to Eduard's proposal of bringing the Captain to live at their estate?

4. Summarize the events which occur on Ottilie's birthday.

5. How does Ottilie occupy herself after Charlotte and Eduard's confrontation and Eduard's subsequent actions?

6. Briefly summarize the story behind Eduard and Charlotte's marriage.

7. Who is Herr Mittler, and what do Charlotte and Eduard ask for his help with?

8. What changes in the Captain's future situation come to light in Part I, Chapter 14?

9. How do the four protagonists' relationships change after Eduard evinces a passion for Ottilie?

10. What sudden action does Eduard take after the Captain leaves the household?

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