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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through September 4 through November 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What phrase of Lotte's does Werther find extraordinary, as related in the letter of November 21?
(a) "Adieu, dear Werther."
(b) "Werther, my love."
(c) "Come again tomorrow."
(d) "Think better of yourself."

2. Of what feeling does Werther complain in the letter of August 22?
(a) Excitement.
(b) Listlessness.
(c) Rage.
(d) Confusion.

3. According to Werther in the letter of November 15, what is the fate of Man?
(a) To be happy and joyful.
(b) To suffer in bitterness.
(c) To work the land.
(d) To serve one another.

4. What is the name of one of the people Werther meets in the town square?
(a) Phillips.
(b) Johann.
(c) Wilhelm.
(d) Marcus.

5. What story does the person near the plow in the town square tell Werther?
(a) He tells him of his father's death.
(b) He tells him of a recent disaster.
(c) He tells him of his devotion to his mistress.
(d) He tells him of his time in the King's court.

Short Answer Questions

1. With whom does Werther converse near the plow in the town square?

2. What does Werther say "wastes his heart away" in the letter of August 18?

3. What type of animal does Lotte keep as a pet?

4. According to Werther in the letter of October 19, what will fill the void in his heart?

5. What effect does Lotte's continued presence have on Werther?

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