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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Gretchen's Room, Martha's Garden, and At The Well.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Evening," what does Gretchen admit to herself?
(a) She is afraid of men.
(b) She wishes to become a nun.
(c) She does not like to go outside.
(d) She is attracted to Faust.

2. What is Mephistopheles forced to wear while waiting for the witch?
(a) A belt made out of human skin.
(b) A large black boot.
(c) A tattered cape.
(d) A broken crown.

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

4. What does Faust believe about the townspeople he and Wagner walk with during their holiday celebration after his suicide attempt?
(a) The people respect him.
(b) The people are all heretics.
(c) The people are mocking him.
(d) The people are liars.

5. What does Faust begin to read in the first scene called "Faust's Study"?
(a) Scripture.
(b) The Odyssey.
(c) The Qur'an.
(d) Myths about Mesopotamia.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Faust unhappy with his life's work?

2. What does Gretchen finally admit to Faust before she leaves for home?

3. Why does Gretchen believe people tell her that she is beautiful?

4. During "A Forest Cavern," who is Faust addressing in the beginning?

5. From what does the witch read before giving Faust his potion to appear younger?

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