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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What role did Ejlert Lovborg play in the Elvsted household prior to the happenings in the play Hedda Gabler?
(a) He was the protege of Mr Elvsted.
(b) He was a close friend of Mr Elvsted.
(c) He was a distant relation.
(d) He tutored the children.

2. What does Julle give to Tesman before she leaves?
(a) An unexplained package.
(b) A hat.
(c) A suitcase of documents.
(d) His favorite slippers.

3. What does Ejlert Lovborg do shortly after publishing his book?
(a) Falls in love with Diana, a red headed singer.
(b) Inherits a fortune.
(c) Applies for a professorship.
(d) Leaves the Elvsted household to return to town.

4. Which of the following best characterizes Hedda's feelings towards Mrs Elvsted?
(a) Kindness and friendship.
(b) Respect and fear.
(c) Concern and honesty.
(d) Jealousy and disdain.

5. What is the relationship between Tesman and Julle in the play, HEDDA GABLER?
(a) Cousins.
(b) Nephew and aunt.
(c) Close friends.
(d) Brother and sister.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the profession of Jorgen Tesman?

2. Why is the professorship so important to Tesman?

3. What is the only thing that Mrs Elvsted knows about the woman whose shadow stands between her and Lovborg?

4. What kind of friends were Mrs Elvsted and Hedda in school?

5. Which of the following best characterizes Mrs Elvsted's feelings regarding Lovborg?

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