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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the opinion of the men of court of Helen?
(a) They find her very beautiful.
(b) They are indifferent to her.
(c) They dislike her.
(d) They can't see her.

2. What ailment of the Brunette does Mephistopheles cure in Scene 6 of Act I?
(a) A cramped hand.
(b) A headache.
(c) A sick stomach.
(d) A frozen foot.

3. According to Mephistopheles, what must one possess to receive miracles?
(a) Divine blessing.
(b) Hope.
(c) Faith.
(d) Good Luck.

4. Why has the emperor requested Faust to conjure Helen and Paris?
(a) He hopes to woo Helen.
(b) He seeks amusement and wants to see their beauty.
(c) Mephistopheles suggested it to him.
(d) He hopes to have Paris lead his army.

5. Why does Faust try to dispel Paris in Scene 7 of Act I?
(a) He's trying to protect Paris from the men at court.
(b) Mephistopheles instructs him to.
(c) He is bored with Paris.
(d) He wants Helen for himself.

Short Answer Questions

1. What token does Mephistopheles give Lady to help her regain the affection of her lover in Scene 6 of Act I?

2. What is the eldest of the fates?

3. What holiday is the court preparing to celebrate in Act I?

4. What ancient mythological figure does the Astrologer compare Faust with in Scene 7 of Act I?

5. What two "orders" support the throne, according to the Chancellor in Scene 2 of Act I?

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