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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 does Faust believe about the girl he sees the image of at the witch's house?
(a) She will save his soul.
(b) She is his daughter.
(c) She holds paradise in her body.
(d) She is the reincaration of his late wife.

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

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

4. During the "Prologue in Heaven," how many archangels are with God?
(a) Four.
(b) Five.
(c) Six.
(d) Three.

5. What does the poodle refuse to do when in Faust's study?
(a) Eat.
(b) Stay calm.
(c) Warm itself by the fire.
(d) Drink.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What is Mephistopheles forced to wear while waiting for the witch?

4. What does Mephistopheles explain to Faust about Gretchen's mother in "A Promenade"?

5. What are the men in the tavern about ready to do when Mephistopheles finally stops them?

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