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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hedda first tell Lovborg when he continually declines the cold punch she offered him?
(a) That Mrs Elvsted had trained him well.
(b) That it makes him appear unsure of himself.
(c) That she admired his fortitude.
(d) That he had changed greatly from the person she knew.

2. What does Hedda destroy in the end of Act 3 of HEDDA GABLER?
(a) Lovborg's manuscript.
(b) Her father's pistols.
(c) Her reputation.
(d) Tesman's chances at the professorship.

3. What does Hedda suggest that Lovborg do beautifully?
(a) End it all.
(b) Write another book.
(c) Go to the interview for the professorship.
(d) Apologize to Mrs Elvsted.

4. What does Lovborg try to call Hedda when they are alone?
(a) Dear.
(b) Hedda.
(c) My love.
(d) Mrs Tesman.

5. What is the usual manner for Brack's arrivals and departures?
(a) The front door, as a formal guest.
(b) He comes and goes with Tesman.
(c) He arrives unannounced through the back door and garden.
(d) He lets himself in without using the bell so not to disturb anyone.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Mrs Elvsted arrives, what does Lovborg talk about?

2. 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?

3. What is Hedda thankful for, in her relationship with Brack?

4. What is the reason that Brack gives Hedda for telling her everything that happened to Lovborg the previous evening?

5. What influence does Hedda want over Lovborg?

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