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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. What is Agnes trying to prove by standing on one leg?
(a) That she is a wonderful dancer.
(b) That her legs are weak.
(c) That she has terrific balance.
(d) That she is a bit tipsy from champagne.

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

3. When Agnes starts having labor pains, what is the first thing Michael does?
(a) Go into the bathroom to shave.
(b) Faint onto the fourposter bed.
(c) Complain about Agnes' timing.
(d) Frantically rush to get dressed for the doctor.

4. In Act 1, Scene 1, Michael is deliriously happy and begs Agnes to tell him what?
(a) That she wants to marry him.
(b) That she will go on vacation with him.
(c) That she will help him write a poem.
(d) That she is happy too.

5. What does Agnes tuck into bed with Michael when he is not feeling well?
(a) The clean laundry.
(b) The "God Is Love" pillow.
(c) A heated water bottle.
(d) A teddy bear.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 1, Scene 2, what is Michael's selfish concern?

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

3. Agnes tells Michael in Act 1, Scene 2 that he has changed into a what?

4. What is Agnes carrying into the room when she is first seen in Act 1, Scene 2?

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

(see the answer key)

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