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

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

3. What does Wagner point out to Faust as they walk with their townspeople?
(a) The people are confused by Faust's presence.
(b) The people are bitter because of their lot in life.
(c) The people highly respect Faust.
(d) The poor people who have faith in God look at life less seriously than Faust.

4. In "Dedication," what does the author ultimately decide is more important than fame?
(a) The memories of his loved ones.
(b) Spiritual fulfillment.
(c) Political activism.
(d) Wealth.

5. .0 0..........Mephistopheles has become bored because there is no challenge in ________ mankind anymore.
(a) Helping.
(b) Tormenting.
(c) Loving.
(d) Killing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mephistopheles give all the men in the tavern?

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

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

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

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

(see the answer key)

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