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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Hedda's father's career?
(a) He was a clergyman.
(b) He was a general.
(c) He was a cobbler.
(d) He was a teacher.

2. What excuse does Mrs. Linde give for being at the Helmers' residence?
(a) She was meeting with Krogstad.
(b) She wants to see Dr. Rank.
(c) She wants to see Nora in her costume.
(d) She wants to take care of the children instead of Helene.

3. What does Torvald call Nora after Mrs. Linde leaves?
(a) His fierce Spaniard.
(b) His biggest problem.
(c) His most treasured possession.
(d) His weak link.

4. What favor does Krogstad ask of Nora?
(a) He asks her to help him keep his job at the bank.
(b) He asks her to watch his children for the evening.
(c) He asks her to mend his coat for him.
(d) He asks her to put in a good word with Mrs. Linde.

5. How does Hedda describe her vacation?
(a) She thought it was horribly tedious.
(b) She thought it was the most interesting experience.
(c) She thought it was so exciting.
(d) She was completely exhausted by the trip.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose assistance will Oswald need if his illness progresses?

2. What is Torvald unwilling to sacrifice, but Nora claims that thousands of women have to?

3. To what does Nora compare her and Torvald's life?

4. What does Krogstad want from Torvald?

5. Why does Torvald whisk Nora away so quickly after the dance?

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