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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Tesman buy the house he did?
(a) It was the only one he could afford.
(b) It was close to his work.
(c) He believed Hedda wanted it more than any other.
(d) It had many rooms for raising a family.

2. What is the profession of Jorgen Tesman?
(a) Academic researcher and aspiring professor.
(b) Tesman does not work.
(c) Politician.
(d) Merchant and importer.

3. What state of mind is Mrs Elvsted in when she arrives?
(a) Nervous and desperate.
(b) Concerned and thoughtful.
(c) Excited and bubbly.
(d) Confident and cheery.

4. From where are Tesman and Hedda returning?
(a) Spending the summer in the country.
(b) The funeral of Hedda's father.
(c) Visiting a relative that is unwell.
(d) Their honeymoon.

5. What does Tesman ask Berte to put away for him?
(a) Some money he's saved.
(b) Some personal letters he doesn't want Hedda to see.
(c) His pistols.
(d) A suitcase full of notes and research.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Hedda tell Brack is the reason she told Tesman she wanted to live in this particular house?

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

3. How does Hedda feel about the house she lives in?

4. What does Tesman focus on when he talks about the future?

5. Which of the following best characterizes Hedda's view of her marriage at the end of Act 1?

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