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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through June 16 through July 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What kind of tree borders the town square where Werther spends much of his time?
(a) Linden trees.
(b) Fir trees.
(c) Birch trees.
(d) Maple trees.

3. What activity does Werther fill his time with, at the beginning of the novel?
(a) Painting.
(b) Learning.
(c) Carousing.
(d) Drinking.

4. How does Werther view those who keep their distance from commoners?
(a) As sensible.
(b) As snobbish.
(c) As wise.
(d) As cowards.

5. Which poet does Werther's new female friend mention in relation to the event which disrupts the large gathering they attend?
(a) Friedrichson.
(b) Klopstock.
(c) Heine.
(d) Goethe.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does the main character find enjoyable about the area he has arrived at in the first letter?

3. What does Werther give the people he meets in the town square?

4. What activity do Werther and his new female friend engage in together?

5. What is the name of the woman Werther meets at the vicar's home?

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