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

2. In his sullen mood in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Michael compare his relationship to Agnes to?
(a) A fish and a shark.
(b) The sky and the earth.
(c) A drone and queen bee.
(d) A royal king and queen.

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

4. Why is Agnes mad that Michael is wearing a nightshirt?
(a) Michael was supposed to get dressed to go to dinner.
(b) She had not given him permission to change clothes.
(c) Michael said he would never wear a nightshirt.
(d) Her father had worn pajamas for years.

5. Who does Michael say told him that everything in his life would turn out right and that he would have a happy married life?
(a) A stranger that morning.
(b) A gypsy.
(c) His mother.
(d) His teacher.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What object(s) does Michael use to call for Agnes?

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

4. After Michael puts on his coat to leave in Act 1, Scene 2, what is the next thing he does?

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

(see the answer key)

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