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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 Tesman think of the book Lovborg read out loud at Brack's party?
(a) He thinks it is plagiarism of his own work.
(b) He thinks it is interesting but poorly written.
(c) He thinks it's one of the most remarkable books ever written.
(d) He thinks it's dull and simplistic.

2. What does Lovborg confess to Hedda about his manuscript?
(a) That he plagiarized Tesman's work.
(b) That he sold it to repay drinking debts.
(c) That he always hated the book.
(d) That he lost it.

3. What is the likely reason that Hedda dreams of controlling another person's destiny?
(a) It is simply entertainment.
(b) She wants to be like Mrs Elvsted.
(c) She feels very little power over her own life.
(d) She aspires to do more good than one person can.

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

5. What attribute does he give Mrs Elvsted that he knows Hedda lacks?
(a) Beauty.
(b) A great understanding of interpersonal relationships.
(c) Intellectuality.
(d) The courage to act.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tesman bring to Hedda while she talks to Lovborg?

2. To what does Brack invite Tesman?

3. What is the relationship between Lovborg and Miss Diana?

4. What does the letter sent in Act 1 of HEDDA GABLE propose to do?

5. What is the usual manner for Brack's arrivals and departures?

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