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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Faust decide to turn to magic use?
(a) He wants to summon Mephistopheles.
(b) He thinks it is the only way he can expand his mind.
(c) He is attracted to a witch.
(d) He wants to debunk the myth of magic.

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

3. Who does Faust initially believe Mephistopheles to be?
(a) A student.
(b) A priest.
(c) A barrister.
(d) A broker.

4. Why does Mephistopheles grow angry at the witch that he visits with Faust?
(a) She tries to renounce her evil ways.
(b) She hits her baboons.
(c) She spits at Faust.
(d) She does not recognize him as her master.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Faust's title?

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

4. What does the author profess sadness over in "Dedication"?

5. What is the poet's goal in the beginning of this play?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Gretchen admit out loud to herself while she is alone during "Evening"?

2. During the second scene called "Faust's Study," what does Faust admit to Mephistopheles?

3. Describe the bargain between Faust and Mephistopheles.

4. What concerns does Faust have in regards to his bargain with the devil?

5. Describe the differing opinions of Gretchen, her mother, and Martha about the mysterious jewels.

6. Describe Faust and Wagner's relationship.

7. What primary function does the clown serve during "Prelude on the Stage"?

8. What does Mephistopheles suggest to Gretchen about marriage and why?

9. What does Martha suggest Gretchen do with the second box of jewelry in "The Neighbor's House"?

10. What leads up to Faust's suicide attempt and what stops him?

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