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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Evening, A Promenade, and The Neighbor's House.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What suggestion does Mephistopheles give Gretchen in "The Neighbor's House" in regards to marriage?
(a) She should enter a nunnery.
(b) She should take a lover.
(c) She should become an actress.
(d) She should run away to another town.

2. What does Mephistopheles give all the men in the tavern?
(a) Drinks he conjured up.
(b) Gold coins.
(c) Dried meat.
(d) Herbs that he claims will promote vigor.

3. Fill in the blank: Mephistopheles will serve Faust on Earth if Faust will ___________________.
(a) Kill Wagner.
(b) Give up his holy studies.
(c) Renounce God with the intention of having others renounce him as well.
(d) Serve Mephistopheles in hell.

4. What comforts Gretchen's mother when the priest takes the jewels away?
(a) The priest absolves her and Gretchen of any wrong-doing.
(b) The priest offers to help Gretchen find a husband.
(c) The priest assures her that Gretchen is still a virgin.
(d) The priest promises they will be rich in heaven.

5. What does Faust do when left alone in Gretchen's room in "Evening"?
(a) He leaves a rose on her pillow.
(b) He steals an article of clothing.
(c) He lays down in her bed.
(d) Visualizes her growing up.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Gretchen re-enters her room in "Evening," how does she begin to feel?

2. Why does Faust decide to turn to magic use?

3. To what town does Mephistopheles bring Faust at the end of the second "Faust's Study" scene?

4. .0 0..........Mephistopheles has become bored because there is no challenge in ________ mankind anymore.

5. How does Mephistopheles entertain the crowd during "Auerbach's Tavern"?

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