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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 Mephistopheles claim happened to Martha's husband?
(a) He was arrested for murder and executed.
(b) He was beaten to death in a bar fight.
(c) He died of a sexually transmitted disease from the woman he spent his fortune on.
(d) He drowned at sea.

2. Why does Mephistopheles come to God in the "Prologue in Heaven"?
(a) He has to ask God for a favor.
(b) God invited him.
(c) He sneaked in behind another angel.
(d) He and God are friends.

3. Where does "Outside the Town Wall" take place?
(a) The church.
(b) The river.
(c) The countryside.
(d) The forest.

4. What comforts Gretchen's mother when the priest takes the jewels away?
(a) The priest absolves her and Gretchen of any wrong-doing.
(b) The priest assures her that Gretchen is still a virgin.
(c) The priest offers to help Gretchen find a husband.
(d) The priest promises they will be rich in heaven.

5. What does Wagner point out to Faust as they walk with their townspeople?
(a) The people are confused by Faust's presence.
(b) The people are bitter because of their lot in life.
(c) The people highly respect Faust.
(d) The poor people who have faith in God look at life less seriously than Faust.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Faust heavily doubting in "Night"?

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

3. .0 0..........Mephistopheles has become bored because there is no challenge in ________ mankind anymore.

4. What does Martha believe about her abusive husband?

5. According to Mephistopheles, what must he and Faust do in order for the potion to work?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Why does Faust decide to try witchcraft in his first scene?

4. Why does the black poodle disturb Faust?

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

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

7. Describe the bargain between Faust and Mephistopheles.

8. Why is the witch in a bad mood when she finally appears to Faust and Mephistopheles?

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

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

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