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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Egeus want Hermia to marry?
(a) Benadick.
(b) Demetrius.
(c) Theseus.
(d) Lysander.

2. What has the fighting between the Fairy King and queen caused in the mortal realm?
(a) Floods and an early change of seasons.
(b) Earthquakes and tidal waves.
(c) Plagues on the food.
(d) Wars.

3. Why does Lysander think he deserves Hermia as his bride?
(a) He is wealthy.
(b) He is smart.
(c) He is from noble blood.
(d) He has wooed her well.

4. According to the law, what will happen if Hermia refuses to marry the man Egeus wants her to marry?
(a) She will be put in a nunnery.
(b) She will be banished.
(c) She will be killed.
(d) She will be imprisoned.

5. What does Hermia say about true love in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) It never runs smoothly.
(b) It is always inconvenient.
(c) It is impossible to attain.
(d) It is a cruel joke on the heart.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Demetrius want Lysander to leave Hermia alone?

2. What is Theseus's future bride's name?

3. What does Bottom brag about when he first comes on Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What part in the mini-play is Snug assigned?

5. Where is the mini-play rehearsed?

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