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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Near the end of Act 2, Scene 1, why is Michael so upset?
(a) He knows that he has spent all his savings.
(b) He heard that Agnes had a miscarriage.
(c) He is thinking that Agnes might have had an affair.
(d) He still wants but cannot have acceptance from Agnes' parents.

2. Michael blames Agnes for what transgression of his?
(a) Causing him to spill a drink on his favorite shirt.
(b) Causing him to find comfort in another woman.
(c) Firing his favorite servant.
(d) Spending their savings.

3. What object(s) does Michael use to call for Agnes?
(a) Pots and pans.
(b) A horn.
(c) An oversized dinner bell.
(d) A whistle.

4. What has Michael and Agnes' son been doing with his medicine?
(a) Dutifully taking it.
(b) Tricking his sister into taking it.
(c) Hiding it in the bourbon bottle.
(d) Selling it to the poor.

5. What does Agnes hold in her hand that she has taken from her wedding cake?
(a) A candle.
(b) A piece of fruit.
(c) A rose.
(d) A miniature groom decoration.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Agnes take the side of the bed away from the door?

2. What does Michael say his son was wearing in Act 2, Scene 2?

3. In his sullen mood in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Michael compare his relationship to Agnes to?

4. What is Agnes trying to prove by standing on one leg?

5. What does Agnes accuse Michael of in Act 2, Scene 2?

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