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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Michael tells Agnes what shocking confession?
(a) He is having an affair.
(b) He is an orphan.
(c) He is bankrupt.
(d) He won a fortune gambling.

2. Why does Agnes stop Michael from calling the doctor?
(a) Agnes thinks the doctor's bill will be too expensive.
(b) Agnes does not trust the doctor and wants to find a new one.
(c) Michael wants to call the doctor to help with his headaches.
(d) Michael wants to call the doctor for himself, but should only call when Agnes needs care.

3. Why does Agnes care about what the young poet does?
(a) The poet is her son-in-law.
(b) The poet is her best friend.
(c) She is excited about upcoming authors.
(d) She is happy that he takes interest in her.

4. When Agnes sits on the bed in Act 2, Scene 1, she repeatedly says what?
(a) She wishes she could get divorced.
(b) She wishes she were dead.
(c) She wishes Michael would love her.
(d) She wishes she would have more children.

5. Why does Michael tell Agnes she should cheer up in Act 3, Scene 1?
(a) Their daughter is marrying a wonderful man and they should be happy.
(b) She looks beautiful to him and that he loves her.
(c) He has had to pretend to be happy, so she should too.
(d) He has just sold his manuscript and they will have more money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Agnes' reply when Michael says that he has started writing a new book?

2. What is Michael doing at the start of Act 1, Scene 2?

3. What object(s) does Michael use to call for Agnes?

4. What does Agnes determine is wrong with Michael at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2?

5. What does Michael read to Agnes at the end of Act 1, Scene 2?

(see the answer key)

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