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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hedda Gabler, Act 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What object did Aunt Julle purchase to impress Hedda?
(a) She purchased a parasol.
(b) She purchased an expensive shawl.
(c) She purchased new shoes.
(d) She purchased a new hat.

2. How is Hedda described in the stage directions?
(a) A fading beauty of advancing years.
(b) A frivolous blond with mounds of curls.
(c) An aristocratic figure with steel-gray eyes.
(d) A rough person of swarthy complexion.

3. What kind of man was Mr. Alving?
(a) He was a jolly fellow with many friends who always visited.
(b) He was a debauched drunk and indiscreet cheater.
(c) He was a distant, solemn man who rarely spoke or entertained.
(d) He was a sainted man who never touched alcohol.

4. Who is Regine's biological parent?
(a) Engstrand.
(b) Mr. Alving.
(c) Oswald.
(d) Pastor Manders.

5. Why does Pastor Manders support Regine going back with Engstrand?
(a) He dislikes Regine and knows it would make her miserable.
(b) He believes Engstrand needs a guiding hand and Regine could help him.
(c) He has his eye on her position in Mrs. Alving's home.
(d) He is in love with her and must separate them from each other.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Lovborg really die?

2. What can many of the artists abroad not afford, according to Oswald?

3. Who arrives with news of Lovborg's attempted suicide?

4. Why did the Pastor stay away from Helene and Mr. Alving for so many years?

5. Who accidentally started a minor fire in the carpenter's shop?

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