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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In the closing moments of Act 1, Scene 2, what is the status of Agnes and Michael?
(a) They have embraced their roles as husband and wife, devoted to each other and the baby.
(b) They have plans to go on a vacation together and give the new baby up for adoption.
(c) They are in an argument and are heading for separation.
(d) They have mixed feelings towards each other with the addition of the new baby.

3. What secret does Agnes tell Michael on her wedding night?
(a) That she is pregnant.
(b) That she lied to him about her age.
(c) That she has never seen a man naked before.
(d) That she has been married once before.

4. Agnes tells Michael that he has sold his soul for what?
(a) Influence in society.
(b) Success of his book.
(c) Good looks.
(d) Her life.

5. Michael describes himself as a "male animal" that has done what?
(a) Found his mate for life.
(b) Cheated on Agnes.
(c) His duty and should be dismissed.
(d) Fallen ill and must be taken to the hospital.

6. Near the end of Act 2, Scene 1, why is Michael so upset?
(a) He is thinking that Agnes might have had an affair.
(b) He heard that Agnes had a miscarriage.
(c) He knows that he has spent all his savings.
(d) He still wants but cannot have acceptance from Agnes' parents.

7. As Agnes undresses on her wedding night, she gets distracted and comments about what?
(a) How wonderful the wedding was.
(b) How handsome Michael is.
(c) How pretty the bed is.
(d) How excited she is about their honeymoon.

8. When Agnes goes to the dressing room and returns, what item does she bring with her in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Her hand mirror.
(b) The "God Is Love" pillow.
(c) Her wedding gown.
(d) A suitcase.

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

10. What has been added to the scenery in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) A bassinet.
(b) A dining set.
(c) A rocking chair.
(d) Another bed.

11. In Act 2, Scene 1, when Michael knocks on the door, what is Agnes doing?
(a) Combing her hair.
(b) Sleeping.
(c) Taking off her evening gloves.
(d) Weeping in bed.

12. Michael wishes he was lying where in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) On the beach.
(b) The cradle.
(c) In a new bed.
(d) In Agnes' arms.

13. When Agnes first enters the room in Act 2, what does she do?
(a) Spin and twirl in happiness.
(b) Slam the door.
(c) Fall down and cry.
(d) Sneeze repeatedly.

14. Agnes describes Michael in what way when she is mad at him?
(a) Handsome.
(b) Ugly.
(c) Pompous.
(d) Stupid.

15. How does Act 2, Scene 1 conclude?
(a) Michael has left Agnes crying on the bed.
(b) Agnes has left Michael for another man.
(c) Michael and Agnes embrace.
(d) Agnes reveals that she is pregnant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Michael read to Agnes at the end of Act 1, Scene 2?

2. What is special about the condition of the linens on the fourposter bed in Act 2, Scene 1?

3. Who does Michael say told him that everything in his life would turn out right and that he would have a happy married life?

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

5. What is Michael complaining of at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2?

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