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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What future does Hedda see for Lovborg?
(a) An act of courageous and beautiful self destruction.
(b) A future of revelry and irresponsibility.
(c) The coveted professorship.
(d) Global recognition of his genius.

2. What does Tesman tell Hedda that Lovborg made a long rambling speech about at Brack's party?
(a) The woman who inspired him.
(b) Lovborg's qualifications for the professorship.
(c) Cultural diversity.
(d) The evils of alcohol.

3. Which of the following best characterizes the dinner party at Brack's house?
(a) Poorly attended and brief.
(b) Sophisticated and intellectual.
(c) Dull and monotonous.
(d) Wild and uncontrolled.

4. Where does Hedda assume that Tesman is?
(a) Sleeping at Julle's.
(b) Gone to discuss the professorship.
(c) Still partying.
(d) Taking care of Lovborg.

5. When does Hedda do with Lovborg's manuscript when she hears the maid admit Lovborg into the house?
(a) Leaves it scattered on the floor.
(b) Hides it in a drawer.
(c) Tosses it in the fire.
(d) Lays it out on the table.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tesman plan to do with the manuscript?

2. What are Mrs. Elvsted's plans when she leaves the Tesman household in Act 3 of HEDDA GABLER?

3. Which of the following best characterizes Lovborg the night of Brack's party?

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

5. What does Lovborg tell Mrs. Elvsted when he returns at last from Brack's party?

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