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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Was there was a real woman in Kierkegaard's life named Cordelia?
(a) Yes, and her name was Cordelia Wahl.
(b) Yes, but her name was not Cordelia Wahl.
(c) Yes, but her name was Cordelia Smith.
(d) No.

2. Where does Johannes tell Cordelia her family might be?
(a) At home.
(b) Out of town.
(c) In a room of which she is unaware.
(d) Still in their carriage.

3. Johannes desperately wants to learn more about Cordelia but must control himself for what reason?
(a) He does not want to scare her.
(b) He often gets out of control.
(c) He does not want to fall in love with her.
(d) To enjoy the emotion and sweetness of desire.

4. Johannes looks forward - intensely - to their rendezvous, and sees a rendezvous as what?
(a) A secret moment for lovers.
(b) An anxious moment for lovers.
(c) A beautiful moment for lovers.
(d) A decisive moment for lovers.

5. He observes what in her eyes?
(a) Insanity.
(b) The light shining.
(c) Fear.
(d) Love.

Short Answer Questions

1. Was Cordelia hurt by this?

2. On the ninth, Johannes wonders if he has become _________________.

3. The events he describes are largely _______________.

4. Johannes likes being alone in the _______________ on Østergade.

5. The man notes that Kierkegaard broke off the engagement despite what?

(see the answer key)

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