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

2. Before he leaves, what does Lovborg promise to do?
(a) Speak to Brack about the professorship.
(b) Stay sober.
(c) Return at ten to take Mrs. Elvsted home.
(d) Finish his book.

3. What did Julle buy in honor of Hedda?
(a) A hat.
(b) A book.
(c) A necklace.
(d) A dress.

4. What does Lovborg tell Mrs. Elvsted when he returns at last from Brack's party?
(a) He has no more use for her and they must part.
(b) He tells her that he tried to return for her the previous night but was prevented.
(c) He tells her that he loves another woman.
(d) He lost control and needs her forgiveness.

5. Who are the first two characters to appear in Act 1 of Hedda Gabler?
(a) Julle and Tesman.
(b) Julle and Berte.
(c) Jorgen and Hedda.
(d) Tesman and Berte.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following best characterizes the dinner party at Brack's house?

2. What is the book Tesman is working on about?

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

4. What does Hedda claim were her motives in their prior experiences together?

5. What is Mrs. Elvsted's state of mind after the gentlemen leave?

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