View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Mephistopheles suggest that Helen should hide at the end of Scene 1 of Act III?
(a) The underworld.
(b) In the temple of Zeus.
(c) Troy.
(d) A castle in the North.

2. In what setting does Faust seek sleep in Act I?
(a) A pleasing landscape.
(b) At the imperial court.
(c) In a quiet cottage.
(d) At home in his study.

3. What instrument accompanies the garden girls in Scene 3 of Act I?
(a) Harps.
(b) Theorbos.
(c) Lutes.
(d) Mandolins.

4. What is the state of Faust at the end of Act I?
(a) He has vanished with Paris and Helen.
(b) He is asleep.
(c) He is unconscious.
(d) He is content and happily visiting with Mephistopheles.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What follows Mephistopheles and Helen as they flee at the end of Scene 1 in Act III?

2. Who gives the prologue to Scene 3 in Act II?

3. Which figure guides the living Colossus in Scene 3 of Act I?

4. What is the setting of Scene 4 in Act I?

5. Where does Faust meet Mephistopheles in Scene 5 of Act I?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 240 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample