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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. How does the main character view his business affairs turning out?
(a) He feels that there is much profit to be made, but with too much risk.
(b) He believes he is being cheated.
(c) He is utterly convinced that he will not understand the business.
(d) He opines that the situation will turn out well.

2. To what does Werther compare his general opinion on painting in the letter of May 30?
(a) To sketching.
(b) To drama.
(c) To poetry.
(d) To mathematics.

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

4. 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 few large estates surrounding the town.
(c) The inexpressible natural beauty.
(d) The proximity to the wide-open sea.

5. What does Werther implore the addressee of his letters to do in his letter of May 13?
(a) To send Werther no books.
(b) To write to Werther's mother.
(c) To accompany Werther on a journey.
(d) To reconcile an argument with another good friend.

Short Answer Questions

1. What story does the person near the plow in the town square tell Werther?

2. What author does Werther enjoy reading?

3. What does the main character find pleasant about the place in which he currently resides?

4. Why, according to Werther, does the "torrent of genius" so rarely pour forth?

5. How does Werther perceive his relationship to other people?

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