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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Gerutha feel snubbed by Horwendil on their wedding night?
(a) Because Horwendil did not want to talk to her.
(b) Because Horwendil did not want to sleep next to her.
(c) Because Horwendil did not take an interest in her sexually.
(d) Because Horwendil did not dance with her.

2. What is Gerutha's explanation for spending so much time with Feng?
(a) That she simply is concerned for his health.
(b) That she helps Feng to study German.
(c) That she is Feng's only company, since Horwendil is often busy.
(d) That she feels badly for him since he often sulks in loneliness.

3. Where does the original ancient Hamlet legend come from?
(a) John Updike.
(b) Shakespeare.
(c) Historia Danica of Saxo Grammaticus.
(d) Ancient greek mythology.

4. What advise does Corambus give Gerutha to make her think less about her marriage?
(a) He tells her to sleep more.
(b) He tells her to speak to Horwendil about her feelings.
(c) He tells her to read less and exercise more.
(d) He tells her to stop gossiping and be a better wife.

5. What happens to Horwendil as he becomes a more accomplished king?
(a) He becomes a much better warrior with age.
(b) He becomes more romantic.
(c) He becomes more interested in other women.
(d) He becomes increasingly more distant to Gerutha.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character reflects on a difficulty in loving Hamlet?

2. Who is Gerutha´s handmaiden?

3. Why does Gerutha use the phrase ". . . no woman wants to be a mere piece of furniture, to be bartered for and then sat upon?"

4. Who is Horwendil's squire?

5. Who is Feng's Falconer?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is disappointing about the name Amleth for Gerutha?

2. Describe the conversation Gerutha has with Corambus about her son Amleth.

3. Name three supporting characters and describe their association with one of the main characters.

4. Where do the names come from in the story?

5. Describe Feng's personality and character.

6. Describe your view of the history between King Rorik and Ona.

7. Describe Gerutha's prediction of Horwendil as a husband.

8. What does Gerutha think of married women?

9. Describe how Gerutha, Horwendil, Amblet, and Feng's names change in parts 2 and 3 of the story.

10. How does King Rorik try to convince his daughter that she will come to love Horwendil?

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