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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Agnes upset over Michael taking off her shoes?
(a) He keeps kissing her feet and it makes her uncomfortable.
(b) Her feet hurt from dancing at their wedding.
(c) She is very ticklish.
(d) He is making rude comments about her feet.

2. In Act 1, Scene 1, why does Micheal tell Agnes it is befitting of her to be crying?
(a) Women are sensitive and always cry.
(b) She is a bad wife and he hates her.
(c) Her youth is over.
(d) She is extremely happy.

3. In Act 1, Scene 2, what is Michael's selfish concern?
(a) He needs to finish writing his book.
(b) He is hungry and wants to eat right away.
(c) He feels insignificant compared to the coming baby.
(d) He thinks the doctor will not tend to him.

4. What is Agnes trying to prove by standing on one leg?
(a) That she has terrific balance.
(b) That she is a bit tipsy from champagne.
(c) That she is a wonderful dancer.
(d) That her legs are weak.

5. About how much time has passed in the setting of Act 1, Scene 2 since the previous scene?
(a) A week.
(b) Five years.
(c) One year.
(d) A month.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. While Agnes and Michael are in bed on their wedding night, why does Michael lean in to Agnes?

3. What is Agnes' response when she hears what Michael tells their son?

4. Michael comes face to face with what fact about his son?

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

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