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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Fill in the blank: Mephistopheles will serve Faust on Earth if Faust will ___________________.

2. Why does Faust decide to turn to magic use?

3. How does Mephistopheles feel about mankind?

4. How does Mephistopheles give Martha contradicting statements about her husband in "The Neighbor's House"?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

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

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

6. How do Faust and Mephistopheles plan to get the girl for Faust at the end of "A Street"?

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

8. What happens when Mephistopheles and Faust go to the tavern in Leipzig?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is a "faustian bargain"? How is this used in everyday language? How does it relate to "Faust?" What is significant about the fact that this term has entered the vernacular in regards to the importance of the play itself on society? What does this suggest about not only Goethe's intent in writing this play, but about the character of Faust and his situation?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the use of symbolism in "Faust" in the following format:

Part 1) The Easter celebration.

Part 2) The black poodle.

Part 3) The "crowning" of Mephistopheles in "A Witch's Kitchen."

Part 4) The jewels.

Part 5) Flowers.

Cite specific examples from the text to support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss God and Mephistopheles in the following format:

Part 1) Their similarities and differences.

Part 2) Their relationship and how it affects the world.

Part 3) Their differing opinions on the human race.

Part 4) Their relationships with their followers.

Part 5) Their methods of balancing each others' influence and power.

Part 6) The subversion of good versus evil.

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