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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 John Updike's sources.
(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 an old English reprint of the second edition.

2. Who is Ophelia?
(a) Ona's daughter.
(b) Feng's daughter.
(c) Corambus' daughter.
(d) Horwendil's sister.

3. Which character starts the story as a wise councilor?
(a) Amleth.
(b) Feng.
(c) Corambus.
(d) Horwendil.

4. What does Rorik believe about love?
(a) That love is not necessary in a marriage.
(b) That love comes naturally between a man and a woman.
(c) That love is a silly idea for weak men.
(d) That love must be earned by good deeds.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Feng leave Denmark?

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

3. What does Feng give Gerutha as a gift during her visit?

4. Which of the following is NOT a name in Part 3?

5. Who is Gerutha´s handmaiden?

(see the answer key)

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