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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reason does Hedda give Lovborg for not following through on a threat she made a long time ago?
(a) She knew it was wrong.
(b) It would have damaged her chances of marrying Tesman.
(c) She was a coward and afraid of scandal.
(d) Because she loved Lovborg.

2. What becomes apparent as soon as Hedda and Lovborg converse alone?
(a) Lovborg is jealous of Tesman's success.
(b) Hedda wishes she had married Lovborg.
(c) Hedda is angry at Lovborg for an unknown reason.
(d) Hedda and Lovborg have been very close.

3. What does Hedda threaten, again, to do to Mrs. Elvsted?
(a) Seperate her from Lovborg.
(b) Burn her hair off.
(c) Write to her husband.
(d) Ruin her in society.

4. What does Tesman bring to Hedda while she talks to Lovborg?
(a) His book.
(b) A bouquet of flowers.
(c) Punch and cakes.
(d) A letter from Mrs Elvsted.

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

6. What does Hedda claim were her motives in their prior experiences together?
(a) A look into a world that she is supposed to know nothing about.
(b) To make him forget everything but her.
(c) To inspire him.
(d) To reform him.

7. After Mrs Elvsted arrives, what does Lovborg talk about?
(a) He compliments Mrs Elvsted and praises the friendship he has with her.
(b) He talks about Tesman's research.
(c) He talks about when he knew Hedda.
(d) He talks about nothing but his book.

8. Which of the following set of people truly acts in the others best interest to the best of their ability in the play HEDDA GABLER?
(a) Hedda and Brack.
(b) Lovborg and Mrs Elvsted.
(c) Hedda and Tesman.
(d) Tesman and Brack.

9. What does Tesman plan to do with the manuscript?
(a) Take it to the publisher as his own work.
(b) Return it right away to Lovborg.
(c) Hide it until after the professorship is his.
(d) Burn it.

10. What does Mrs. Elvsted liken Lovborg's manuscript to?
(a) A great piece of art.
(b) Lovborg's own life.
(c) A child.
(d) Mrs Elvsted's and Lovborg's love.

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

12. What does Hedda show Lovborg when they are first left alone together?
(a) A photo album of her honeymoon.
(b) Her father's pistols.
(c) Her husband's manuscript.
(d) Her house.

13. Where did Lovborg go after he was at Brack's?
(a) He tried to return to take Mrs Elvsted home.
(b) He went to the police to report his missing manuscript.
(c) He returned home to sleep.
(d) He went to an especially lively party at Miss Diana's.

14. What is Mrs. Elvsted's state of mind after the gentlemen leave?
(a) Hopeful and determined.
(b) Jubilant and victorious.
(c) Anxious and unhappy.
(d) Serene and confident.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What future does Hedda see for Lovborg?

2. What does Hedda suggest that Lovborg do beautifully?

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

4. What is Mrs. Elvsted waiting for in HEDDA GABLER at the beginning of Act 3?

5. Which of the following best describe Brack's character?

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