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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Faust's Study (I & II) and Auerbach's Tavern in Leipzig.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mephistopheles posit to God in relation to Faust?
(a) He can guide Faust into sainthood.
(b) He can draw Faust away from God.
(c) He can manipulate Faust into suicide.
(d) He can steal Faust's knowledge.

2. After their pact is signed, what doubts does Faust voice to Mephistopheles?
(a) Faust doubts Mephistopheles is who he claims to be.
(b) Mephistopheles will fail to uphold his end of the bargain.
(c) Mephistopheles will never satisfy Faust.
(d) Faust is too old to find pleasure in others.

3. What is Faust's method of suicide when he contemplates ending his life?
(a) Dagger to the heart.
(b) Gunshot to the head.
(c) Poison.
(d) Self-immolation.

4. How does Mephistopheles entertain the crowd during "Auerbach's Tavern"?
(a) He sings for them.
(b) He dances for them.
(c) He plays piano for them.
(d) He creates illusions for them.

5. What does Wagner interrupt when he comes to see Faust in "Night?"
(a) Faust is writing a letter to God.
(b) Faust is conjuring up a spirit.
(c) Faust is counting his money.
(d) Faust is preparing to commit suicide.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Mephistopheles unable to leave Faust's study after appearing to the man?

2. What does Faust believe about the mysterious animal that approaches him during "Outside the Town Wall"?

3. What is the director's main concern in "Prelude on the Stage"?

4. What does the clown profess to wanting for this play during "Prelude on the Stage"?

5. What is Faust's title?

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