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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 Section 3 (page 39 to 78).

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. How does Horwendil make the songbirds sing for Gerutha?
(a) He shakes the cages until they are frightened into singing.
(b) He trains them with seeds for treats.
(c) He sings until they sing with him.
(d) He releases them into the forest.

4. Why are there Christian priests in Jutland?
(a) Because they were allowed in for conversation by the previous king.
(b) Because they were persecuted in their home country.
(c) Because they sent successful missionaries twenty years before.
(d) Because of political reasons.

5. What words best describe Gerutha as a wife?
(a) Happy, bubbly, and talkative.
(b) Good, compliant, and gracious.
(c) Sad, quiet, and sulky.
(d) Angry, thorny, and disrespectful.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the important event that occurs in the springtime for Gerutha.

2. Which words best describe Feng?

3. When do Feng's thoughts over Gerutha become evident in the story?

4. At what age does Feng return to Denmark?

5. What does Horwendil talk about on the trip after their wedding?

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