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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. When Agnes is whispering to Michael, what does she see that disgusts her?
(a) Michael's dirty ears.
(b) The bed pillow.
(c) Michael's top hat.
(d) A mouse.

2. What does Michael change into after Agnes retreats to the bathroom on their wedding night?
(a) A suit with a top hat and bowtie.
(b) Just his nightshirt.
(c) His jeans and a sweater.
(d) His nightshirt, nightcap, coat and trousers.

3. 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 plans to go on a vacation together and give the new baby up for adoption.
(c) They are in an argument and are heading for separation.
(d) They have mixed feelings towards each other with the addition of the new baby.

4. What does Agnes believe Michael has prepared for their wedding night?
(a) A song that he wrote.
(b) Dinner from a recipe he created.
(c) A list of his favorite things.
(d) A poem that he wrote.

5. What is the time period of the play in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) 1790's.
(b) 1960's.
(c) 1890's.
(d) 1920's.

Short Answer Questions

1. What attribute(s) of Agnes does Michael proclaim to love?

2. What is Michael complaining of at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2?

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

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

5. In Act 1, Scene 1, why does Micheal tell Agnes it is befitting of her to be crying?

(see the answer key)

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