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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hedda refer to when she says someone has 'vine leaves in their hair'?
(a) That they are all dressed up.
(b) That they are free-spirited.
(c) That they are living a wild lifestyle.
(d) That they have become stuck somewhere.

2. What kept Hedda and Tesman up late the night of their return?
(a) Berte was was having a party next door.
(b) Hedda needed everything unpacked and put away in a particular manner.
(c) They were celebrating the return to their new home.
(d) Julle was ill.

3. What is Lovborg going to do for Tesman?
(a) Wait until Tesman has the professorship before publishing his book.
(b) Help him with his book.
(c) Recommend Tesman for another post if Lovborg is rewarded the professorship.
(d) Stay with Hedda so Tesman can leave for Brack's party.

4. What is Hedda's state of mind after Julle leaves?
(a) Happy to be home.
(b) Tired and overwhelmed.
(c) Angry and tense.
(d) Resigned and content.

5. Which of the following best describe Brack's character?
(a) Controlling and manipulative.
(b) Simple and naive.
(c) Cold and distant.
(d) Friendly and caring.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 1, what is the role of Berte in the household?

2. How does Hedda imagine Lovborg when he returns?

3. Where does Hedda insist on sitting when Mrs Elvsted joins her and Lovborg?

4. Before he leaves, what does Lovborg promise to do?

5. What attribute does he give Mrs Elvsted that he knows Hedda lacks?

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