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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What clothing are Michael and Agnes wearing in the very beginning of the play?
(a) Michael is wearing jeans, Agnes is in a black dress.
(b) Michael is wearing shorts, Agnes is in a polka dot skirt.
(c) Michael is dressed casually, Agnes is in a nightgown.
(d) Michael is in a tuxedo, Agnes is in a wedding gown.

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

3. Where does Agnes try to find Michael's poem on their wedding night?
(a) In the trunk.
(b) In his pockets.
(c) In the pillowcase.
(d) Under the bed.

4. At the beginning of the play, why does Michael claim that he is embarrassed?
(a) His clothing doesn't fit right and he wants to make a good impression.
(b) His shirt has stains on it and he hadn't realized it until that moment.
(c) He is nervous about the night and does not want to revolt Agnes.
(d) He told Agnes a story about his fortune as fortold by a gypsy woman.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 1, Scene 1, what scent does Michael tell Agnes is on his breath?

2. When Michael goes to the washstand on his wedding night, what does he do?

3. When Agnes locks herself in the bathroom on her wedding night, what does she take with her?

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

5. What moment does Michael claim to have shared with Agnes before?

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