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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Act 2, Scene 1, about how much time has passed since the previous scene?
(a) A month.
(b) Ten years.
(c) Thirty years.
(d) A week.

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

4. Michael said he has tried to persuade Agnes with servants, dresses, paintings and money so that she would do what?
(a) Not hate his book.
(b) Be happy.
(c) Go on a trip with him.
(d) Ask for favor from her parents.

5. Michael asks Agnes for what before she dies?
(a) Her bank account number.
(b) Another child.
(c) A hug and a kiss.
(d) To see her eyes one last time.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Michael blames Agnes for what transgression of his?

3. Near the end of Act 2, Scene 1, why is Michael so upset?

4. In Act 2, Scene 1, when Michael knocks on the door, what is Agnes doing?

5. When Agnes is having labor pains, what does she remind Michael about?

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