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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. What does Faust promise Gretchen in "A Garden"?

2. Why does Gretchen say she no longer has in "A Prison"?

3. While considering Faust's request in "Martha's Garden," of what is Gretchen afraid?

4. What does Mephistopheles admit to Faust will happen when he (Faust) sleeps with Gretchen?

5. Along with the death of Valentine, what else is tormenting Gretchen?

Short Essay Questions

1. What comprises Valentine's final moments alive?

2. Who is Barbara, and why is she being discussed by Gretchen and Lieschen?

3. What does Faust ask of Gretchen during "Martha's Garden" and how does she (and Mephistopheles) react to this?

4. What torments Gretchen at the cathedral and why?

5. Why is Gretchen is prison?

6. What visions do Faust and Mephistopheles claim to have to their dancing partners?

7. Describe Faust's vision of Gretchen.

8. What happens to Gretchen at the end of "A Cathedral"?

9. What leads up to Faust pledging his love to Gretchen?

10. What is "A Walpurgis Night's Dream" and what purpose does it serve?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Part 1) The debate between the director and the poet.

Part 2) God's belief that Mephistopheles's temptations will only bring people closer to Him.

Part 3) The crowning of Mephistopheles in relation to Gretchen's initial rudeness to Faust.

Part 4) The plights of Martha and Barbara.

Part 5) The tormenting of Gretchen in the cathedral.

Cite specific examples from the text to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

In a brief essay, discuss the roles of magic and witchcraft in "Faust." Develop a clear thesis statement and cite specific examples from the text to support your answers. Points that should be considered in this essay include (but not exclusively) the following: Faust's dabbling with magic, "A Witch's Kitchen," the celebration of Walpurgis Night, and Mephistopheles. Be sure to consider the symbolism behind these sections, as well as how magic and witchcraft help develop certain characters and themes within the play.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the theme of temptation in "Faust" in the following format:

Part 1) Mephistopheles's conversation with God.

Part 2) Faust's bargain.

Part 3) The courtship of Gretchen.

Part 4) The consequences of giving into temptation.

Part 5) The decadent lifestyle of Faust and Mephistopheles.

Part 6) Gretchen's redemption.

Cite specific examples from the text to support your answers.

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