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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 admit to Mephistopheles in the second "Faust's Study"?
(a) He resents God.
(b) He lusts after a village girl.
(c) He is comfortable with Mephistopheles in his life.
(d) He is unhappy with life.

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

3. In what time does "Prelude on the Stage" take place?
(a) The future.
(b) Present time for the production.
(c) The present as it was when the play was written.
(d) The past.

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

5. What is the director's main concern in "Prelude on the Stage"?
(a) Casting the right actors.
(b) Astounding the audience.
(c) Creating true art.
(d) Making money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Faust's reaction to the chorus of spirits in the first scene called "Faust's Study?"

2. What is Faust heavily doubting in "Night"?

3. Fill in the blank: Mephistopheles will serve Faust on Earth if Faust will ___________________.

4. What does Wagner interrupt when he comes to see Faust in "Night?"

5. During the "Prologue in Heaven," how many archangels are with God?

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