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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. How does the girl first react to Faust when she meets him?
(a) Shyly.
(b) Rudely.
(c) She is flattered.
(d) She tries to kiss him.

2. What is the fate of the box of jewelry when Gretchen shows it to her mother?
(a) Gretchen had to give it to her priest.
(b) Gretchen sold the jewelry and gave the money to charity.
(c) Gretchen throws the jewelry away.
(d) Gretchen buried it in the garden.

3. What effects are had on the men in the tavern due to Mephistopheles's presence?
(a) They begin to hallucinate.
(b) Three of the men die.
(c) They begin to speak in tongues.
(d) They begin to fall asleep.

4. What does God believe will happen if Mephistopheles meets Faust?
(a) Faust will only come closer to God.
(b) Faust will not recognize evil.
(c) Faust will turn away from God.
(d) Faust will go insane.

5. What is Faust's title?
(a) Doctor.
(b) Sir.
(c) Lord.
(d) Barrister.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the witch burn herself on her cauldron?

2. After their pact is signed, what doubts does Faust voice to Mephistopheles?

3. What does Wagner point out to Faust as they walk with their townspeople?

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

5. What is the director's main concern in "Prelude on the Stage"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Wagner note about the townspeople he and Faust walk with on Easter, and how does Faust dispute his thoughts?

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

3. In the "Dedication," why is Goethe so wistful?

4. How does the poodle behave before transforming into Mephistopheles?

5. Why is Mephistopheles initially held prisoner by Faust and how does he escape?

6. How does Faust feel about the mystery girl he sees in the mirror and in the street?

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

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

9. Describe Faust and Wagner's relationship.

10. Describe the bargain between Faust and Mephistopheles.

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