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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 does Tesman focus on when he talks about the future?
(a) Making a fortune.
(b) His career.
(c) Spending time with his wife.
(d) Raising a family.

2. What does Julle do as soon as she enters the room in the beginning of the first act?
(a) Opens a window.
(b) Writes a letter.
(c) Reads a manuscript.
(d) Hugs Hedda.

3. Which of the following best characterizes Mrs Elvsted's feelings regarding Lovborg?
(a) Proud, sure, and boastful.
(b) Fearful, thwarted, and rancorous.
(c) Protective, worried, and adoring.
(d) Skeptical and cautious.

4. What does Tesman thank Brack for when Brack arrives at the house for the first time in Act 1?
(a) Making the financial arrangements for the house.
(b) Looking after Julle while they were away.
(c) Coming so promptly after receiving his letter.
(d) Always being a good friend to Hedda.

5. What part of Mrs Elvsted does Hedda find "irritating"?
(a) Her manner of speaking.
(b) Her mannerisms.
(c) Her hair.
(d) Her clothes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What state of mind is Mrs Elvsted in when she arrives?

2. What are people suggesting when they note Hedda has "filled out" during her travels?

3. How is Lovborg's book received by the public?

4. Who embroidered Tesman's slippers?

5. Which of the following best describes Mrs Elvsted's marriage?

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