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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. 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.

2. Where does A Midsummer Night's Dream begin?
(a) A city street.
(b) Demetrius's house.
(c) The woods.
(d) Theseus's palace.

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

4. Who says they would be better at the role assigned to Snug in the mini-play?
(a) Starveling.
(b) Bottom.
(c) Snout.
(d) Ping.

5. 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 always inconvenient.
(d) It is a cruel joke on the heart.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the actor who thinks he should have Flute's part do to prove he would be better at it?

2. How did Theseus meet his future bride?

3. Where does Lysander choose to move after Hermia is told to make her decision about whom to marry?

4. Where do the actors in the mini-play decide to have their second rehearsal?

5. According to the law, what will happen if Hermia refuses to marry the man Egeus wants her to marry?

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