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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What role in the mini-play is Flute assigned?
(a) Pyramus.
(b) Thisbe.
(c) The Lion.
(d) The Wall.

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

5. What is Bottom's first name?
(a) Nick.
(b) Norm.
(c) Non.
(d) Nate.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Helena choose to do after talking with Hermia at the end of Act 1, Scene 1?

3. Where is the mini-play rehearsed?

4. What work of Shakespeare does the mini-play mirror?

5. Who does Egeus want Hermia to marry?

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