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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. Why does Agnes say she is not yet ready to have the baby?
(a) She is not ready to be a mother.
(b) She wants her mother to be present for the birth.
(c) Michael has not received his paycheck yet.
(d) There is still laundry drying outside.

2. In Act 1, Scene 1, what scent does Michael tell Agnes is on his breath?
(a) Toothpaste.
(b) Wedding cake.
(c) Champagne.
(d) Cigar smoke.

3. What is Michael doing at the start of Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Shaving in the mirror.
(b) Writing in a notebook.
(c) Entering through the door.
(d) Sleeping in bed.

4. Why does Agnes take the side of the bed away from the door?
(a) Michael had already taken his side and she is following along.
(b) She normally sleeps on that side and would feel uncomfortable anywhere else.
(c) She is supersticious about the side of the bed.
(d) She wants Michael to answer the door in case somebody knocks.

5. When Michael and Agnes are first seen, what are they doing?
(a) Michael is carrying Agnes.
(b) Agnes is leading Michael into the room.
(c) They are arguing over breakfast.
(d) They are holding hands.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has been added to the scenery in Act 1, Scene 2?

2. What is the time period of the play in Act 1, Scene 1?

3. What does Agnes hold in her hand that she has taken from her wedding cake?

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

5. In Act 1, Scene 1, Michael is deliriously happy and begs Agnes to tell him what?

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