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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 Section 1 (through page 19).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where do the names in Part 3 of the story come from?
(a) From Shakespeare's previous drama, since the story is a sequel.
(b) From the source used by Shakespeare, which was probably German in origin.
(c) From John Updike's sources.
(d) From an old English reprint of the second edition.

2. How does Rorik attempt to change Gerutha's opinion of Horwendil?
(a) He tells her a fairytale.
(b) He tells her the story of Ona and himself.
(c) He explains to her that it is her duty to marry Horwendil.
(d) He reminds her that she can not have an opinion because she is a woman.

3. Who is Ona related to?
(a) Gerutha.
(b) Corambus.
(c) Ophelia.
(d) Horwendil.

4. What is Gerutha's interpretation of the songbirds singing?
(a) That they are singing about their past.
(b) That they are singing about love.
(c) That they are singing about their imprisionment.
(d) That they are singing about their happiness.

5. What does the situation with the songbirds reveal about Horwendil's personality?
(a) That he is forceful and selfish.
(b) That he is passive and kind.
(c) That he is sweet and romantic.
(d) That he is kind and generous.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is a name in Part 3?

2. How does Rorik respond to his daughter´s strong opinion of marriage?

3. The story begins in what country?

4. Who is Sandro?

5. What does Gerutha think about Horwendil?

(see the answer key)

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