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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 Faust believe about the mysterious animal that approaches him during "Outside the Town Wall"?
(a) It is his pet from childhood.
(b) It is an evil spirit.
(c) It is a sign from God.
(d) It is an escaped pet.

2. Where does the poodle transform into Mephistopheles?
(a) In plain sight of Faust.
(b) Under the couch.
(c) In the next room.
(d) Behind the stove.

3. Why does Mephistopheles come to God in the "Prologue in Heaven"?
(a) He sneaked in behind another angel.
(b) He has to ask God for a favor.
(c) God invited him.
(d) He and God are friends.

4. When Faust is interrupted in his suicide attempt, what refreshes his faith in God?
(a) The sunlight.
(b) The Easter hymnals.
(c) The priests doing charitable works.
(d) A child praying.

5. Why is Faust unhappy with his life's work?
(a) He no longer believes in his work.
(b) He is neither wealthy or famous.
(c) He never wanted to be a scholar.
(d) He feels slighted by the academic community.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Faust try to deter Wagner from doing with his life?

2. For what are the archangels praising God in the beginning of the play?

3. What is Faust doing in his first appearance in this play?

4. What is Wagner's relationship with Faust?

5. What holiday is being celebrated in "Outside the Town Wall"?

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