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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what do John and Henry then agree?
(a) They will remain celibate until they are 90 and 92 years old, at which time they will both pursue Ellen.
(b) They will both get married as soon as possible to forget about Ellen.
(c) They will stay celibate for the rest of their lives.
(d) They will begin their cult and marry as many women as possible.

2. Why does Henry make this agreement with Ellen before taking her to shore?
(a) He loves her.
(b) He knows she loves him.
(c) He knows she likes John.
(d) He knows that John likes her very much.

3. How does Ellen find Transcendentalism?
(a) Nice.
(b) Scary.
(c) Evil.
(d) Sneaky.

4. What does Henry note that people must do, regarding books?
(a) Read as many books as possible.
(b) Be picky when choosing a book to read.
(c) Write books.
(d) Find books instead of the other way around.

5. Henry agrees to take her to shore if she will do what?
(a) Marry him.
(b) Go to church with him.
(c) Marry John.
(d) Go to church with John.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why will Henry not pay his taxes?

2. What word does Deacon Ball use incorrectly, which actually means forbidden?

3. Why does Henry offer to work for 10 cents a week?

4. What does Henry attempt to explain to Ellen?

5. What do Henry and Bailey see outside the window of the cell?

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