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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Michael says to Agnes that he "married a princess" but wakes up to what?
(a) A widow.
(b) A wife, a friend.
(c) An even prettier princess.
(d) A daughter.

2. After Michael puts on his coat to leave in Act 1, Scene 2, what is the next thing he does?
(a) Call for help.
(b) Take off the coat again.
(c) Go outside to get the laundry.
(d) Kiss Agnes.

3. What is special about the condition of the linens on the fourposter bed in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) There is a hand embroidered quilt on the bed.
(b) Only one side of the bed is made, the other is messy.
(c) There are no linens on the bed.
(d) The bed is neatly made.

4. Michael blames Agnes for what transgression of his?
(a) Causing him to spill a drink on his favorite shirt.
(b) Spending their savings.
(c) Causing him to find comfort in another woman.
(d) Firing his favorite servant.

5. What has changed about the fourposter bed in Act 2 from Act 1?
(a) The fourposter is no longer in the room.
(b) The fourposter is bare and has no blankets or sheets on it.
(c) The fourposter is now draped with rich curtains.
(d) The fourposter is broken in half.

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

7. In Act 1, Scene 1, what scent does Michael tell Agnes is on his breath?
(a) Champagne.
(b) Wedding cake.
(c) Toothpaste.
(d) Cigar smoke.

8. As Michael goes to leave for the doctor, he turns around and does what?
(a) Starts arguing with Agnes.
(b) Fetches his new manuscript to take with him.
(c) Moves the bassinet close to Agnes.
(d) Kisses Agnes many times.

9. In Act 2, Scene 1, after Michael leaves and shuts the door, Agnes does what?
(a) Follow after him out the door.
(b) Lie in bed and cries.
(c) Open the door and tells him to come back.
(d) Laugh hysterically.

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

11. Why does Michael claim he is kneeling before Agnes?
(a) He tripped and fell.
(b) His leg hurts.
(c) He is worshipping her.
(d) He is proposing.

12. Michael tells Agnes what shocking confession?
(a) He is an orphan.
(b) He won a fortune gambling.
(c) He is having an affair.
(d) He is bankrupt.

13. What does Agnes hold in her hand that she has taken from her wedding cake?
(a) A candle.
(b) A miniature groom decoration.
(c) A piece of fruit.
(d) A rose.

14. In Act 1, Scene 1, Michael is deliriously happy and begs Agnes to tell him what?
(a) That she wants to marry him.
(b) That she will go on vacation with him.
(c) That she is happy too.
(d) That she will help him write a poem.

15. When Agnes is in bed she swears she is comfortable, but then immediately changes her mind, saying what?
(a) She is hungry and her stomach hurts.
(b) She has a headache from a busy day.
(c) She is too hot and can smell gas.
(d) She is tipsy from the champagne.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Agnes starts having labor pains, what is the first thing Michael does?

2. What does Agnes say she will do with the new baby if Michael is unhappy?

3. When Michael goes to the washstand on his wedding night, what does he do?

4. When Agnes locks herself in the bathroom on her wedding night, what does she take with her?

5. Why does Michael say that his love has changed for Agnes in Act 2, Scene 1?

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