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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. Who does Faust initially believe Mephistopheles to be?
(a) A broker.
(b) A student.
(c) A barrister.
(d) A priest.

2. What is Wagner's relationship with Faust?
(a) He is Faust's nephew.
(b) He is Faust's student.
(c) He is Faust's caretaker.
(d) He is Faust's cousin.

3. Why is Mephistopheles unable to leave Faust's study after appearing to the man?
(a) A pentagram has been drawn on the threshold.
(b) Faust left his Bible by the door.
(c) A cross hangs over the door.
(d) The rest of the house has been blessed.

4. What is Faust heavily doubting in "Night"?
(a) His sanity.
(b) His will to live.
(c) His relationship with God.
(d) His intelligence.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Faust is interrupted in his suicide attempt, what refreshes his faith in God?

2. What interrupts Faust when he tries to commit suicide?

3. What is the poet's goal in the beginning of this play?

4. In "Dedication," what does the author ultimately decide is more important than fame?

5. Ultimately, in "Prelude on the Stage," what does the director decide to do with their play?

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