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

2. In "Dedication," what does the author ultimately decide is more important than fame?
(a) Spiritual fulfillment.
(b) Wealth.
(c) The memories of his loved ones.
(d) Political activism.

3. What does Wagner mistakenly believe about the noises he hears from Faust in "Night"?
(a) He believes Faust's dog is making the noise.
(b) He believes Faust is having an affair.
(c) He believes Faust is trying to play a trick on everyone.
(d) He believes Faust is reading a play.

4. What does Mephistopheles advise Martha to do in terms of grieving her husband?
(a) He tells her that God will punish her if she ever speaks a word against her husband.
(b) He tells her to grieve for the appropriate time and then find a new husband.
(c) He tells her to grieve for him for the rest of her life.
(d) He tells her that she deserves to move on immediately.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Faust initially believe Mephistopheles to be?

2. .0 0..........Mephistopheles has become bored because there is no challenge in ________ mankind anymore.

3. Why is Mephistopheles unable to leave Faust's study after appearing to the man?

4. What does Faust believe about the girl he sees the image of at the witch's house?

5. Ultimately, in "Prelude on the Stage," what does the director decide to do with their play?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why does Mephistopheles have no power over the girl with whom Faust is obsessed?

3. Describe Faust and Wagner's relationship.

4. Describe the actions of the baboons in "A Witch's Kitchen."

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

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

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

8. Describe the bargain between Faust and Mephistopheles.

9. Why does the black poodle disturb Faust?

10. What is the fate of the first box of jewels that Mephistopheles secretly leaves Gretchen and why?

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