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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 is utterly convinced that he will not understand the business.
(c) He believes he is being cheated.
(d) He opines that the situation will turn out well.

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

3. In which country does this novel take place?
(a) France.
(b) Germany.
(c) Austria.
(d) Switzerland.

4. What does Werther give the people he meets in the town square?
(a) Pennies.
(b) A stern lecture.
(c) A smile.
(d) Advice.

5. What was the reception Werther first received from the common townsfolk?
(a) They welcomed him openly.
(b) They were suspicious of him.
(c) They ignored him entirely.
(d) They were uncouth to him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Werther feel now that he is in this new location at the beginning of the book?

2. How does the main character describe the person with whom he must conduct his business?

3. To what does Werther compare his general opinion on painting in the letter of May 30?

4. What kind of tree borders the town square where Werther spends much of his time?

5. What is the main character's name?

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