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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Michael describes himself as a "male animal" that has done what?
(a) His duty and should be dismissed.
(b) Cheated on Agnes.
(c) Fallen ill and must be taken to the hospital.
(d) Found his mate for life.

2. What does Agnes say she will do with the new baby if Michael is unhappy?
(a) Give the child to her parents.
(b) Take the child to a new home.
(c) Raise the child as her own sibling.
(d) Keep the child and get divorced.

3. After Michael puts on his coat to leave in Act 1, Scene 2, what is the next thing he does?
(a) Call for help.
(b) Take off the coat again.
(c) Go outside to get the laundry.
(d) Kiss Agnes.

4. What does the pillow in the bed have embroidered on it?
(a) "God is Love."
(b) "Newly Married."
(c) "God Bless."
(d) "Sweet Dreams."

5. In the closing moments of Act 1, Scene 2, what is the status of Agnes and Michael?
(a) They have embraced their roles as husband and wife, devoted to each other and the baby.
(b) They have mixed feelings towards each other with the addition of the new baby.
(c) They are in an argument and are heading for separation.
(d) They have plans to go on a vacation together and give the new baby up for adoption.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Agnes is whispering to Michael, what does she see that disgusts her?

2. When does Michael first comfort Agnes in Act 1, Scene 2?

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

4. Michael wishes he was lying where in Act 1, Scene 2?

5. When Michael and Agnes are first seen, what are they doing?

(see the answer key)

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