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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. 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) His teacher.
(b) A stranger that morning.
(c) His mother.
(d) A gypsy.

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

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

4. What does Michael read to Agnes at the end of Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) The new book he has started to write.
(b) The daily newspaper.
(c) His favorite childrens book.
(d) The Bible.

5. While Agnes and Michael are in bed on their wedding night, why does Michael lean in to Agnes?
(a) So she can smell his breath for herself.
(b) So she can help him button his shirt.
(c) So he can get a closer look at her eyes.
(d) So he can kiss her on the lips.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 1, Scene 2, what is Michael's selfish concern?

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

3. At the beginning of the play, why does Michael claim that he is embarrassed?

4. As Agnes undresses on her wedding night, she gets distracted and comments about what?

5. Why does Michael claim he is kneeling before Agnes?

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