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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 still wants but cannot have acceptance from Agnes' parents.
(c) He knows that he has spent all his savings.
(d) He heard that Agnes had a miscarriage.

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

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

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

5. At the end of Act 2, Scene 1, what does Agnes do when she is on the bed?
(a) Kicks Michael.
(b) Cries in bed.
(c) Goes to sleep.
(d) Embraces Michael.

6. 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.

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

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

9. In Act 2, Scene 1, what has changed about the decor in the room since the last scene?
(a) The room is really messy.
(b) The room has not changed at all.
(c) The room has sparse decoration.
(d) The room is richly decorated

10. Michael says that Agnes has changed from a "princess" to a what?
(a) Monster.
(b) Prince.
(c) Enemy.
(d) Woman.

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

12. What does Michael change into after Agnes retreats to the bathroom on their wedding night?
(a) His jeans and a sweater.
(b) A suit with a top hat and bowtie.
(c) Just his nightshirt.
(d) His nightshirt, nightcap, coat and trousers.

13. What reason does Agnes give that Michael was the life of the party?
(a) He had cute little stories.
(b) His clothing was fabulous.
(c) He could not stop giggling.
(d) His cologne was special.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 1, Scene 1, why does Micheal tell Agnes it is befitting of her to be crying?

2. What does Agnes tuck into bed with Michael when he is not feeling well?

3. Michael wishes he was lying where in Act 1, Scene 2?

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

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

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