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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the time period of the play in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) 1790's.
(b) 1960's.
(c) 1920's.
(d) 1890's.

2. Why does Agnes stop Michael from calling the doctor?
(a) Michael wants to call the doctor to help with his headaches.
(b) Agnes thinks the doctor's bill will be too expensive.
(c) Michael wants to call the doctor for himself, but should only call when Agnes needs care.
(d) Agnes does not trust the doctor and wants to find a new one.

3. Who does Agnes really love, proven in Act 3, Scene 2?
(a) The young poet.
(b) Herself.
(c) Her father.
(d) Michael.

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

5. What is Michael's reaction after reading the young poet's work?
(a) Appalled.
(b) Brought to tears of sadness.
(c) Indifferent.
(d) Jealous of how good it is.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Michael say his son was wearing in Act 2, Scene 2?

2. In Act 3, Scene 1, Agnes is saddened when she thinks about what?

3. In Act 1, Scene 1, Michael is deliriously happy and begs Agnes to tell him what?

4. What reason does Agnes give that Michael was the life of the party?

5. What does Michael do with the foil from the champagne bottle?

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