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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through May 17 through 30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the main character vow to do now that he is away?
(a) To take the popular Grand Tour.
(b) To seek knowledge and wisdom.
(c) To find a willing wife.
(d) To enjoy the present moment.

2. What does the main character find enjoyable about the area he has arrived at in the first letter?
(a) The proliferation of tame wildlife.
(b) The proximity to the wide-open sea.
(c) The inexpressible natural beauty.
(d) The few large estates surrounding the town.

3. With whom does Werther converse near the plow in the town square?
(a) The town mayor.
(b) An elderly gentleman.
(c) A farmer-boy.
(d) A young boy.

4. What tone does Werther desire his literature to have?
(a) That of determined resolve.
(b) That of rousing action.
(c) That of soothing lullabies.
(d) That of passionate desire.

5. Whom does Werther find in the square of the town Werther has come to love?
(a) An elderly couple.
(b) Several pretty girls.
(c) Two young boys.
(d) Two gentlemen quarreling.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the youngest person Werther meets in the town square?

2. How many children does the estate manager have, whom Werther meets?

3. What feeling fills Werther when he is alone in nature?

4. What has become the main character's favorite spot to get away?

5. What is the name of the town an hours' walk from where Werther currently lodges?

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