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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through January 8 through September 3, 1772.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What two things does Werther compare in his argument in the letter of August 12?
(a) Hysterical women and the terminally ill.
(b) Physical illness and suicidal depression.
(c) Overactive imaginations and heightened sensibilities.
(d) Innocent children and beatific elders.

2. What does the main character find pleasant about the place in which he currently resides?
(a) The crisp air.
(b) The solitude.
(c) The museums.
(d) The bustling city.

3. How does Werther see the story of the person near the plow in the town square?
(a) Werther considers it a lesson against immorality.
(b) Werther thinks it is a boring tale.
(c) Werther views it as a testament to pure love and longing.
(d) Werther sees it as a shocking scandal.

4. Where does the event of March 15 occur?
(a) At the home of Count C.
(b) In the Ambassador's garden.
(c) In the town square.
(d) In City Hall.

5. How does Werther feel, now that he has moved away from Wahlheim?
(a) He feels sad and lost.
(b) Utter contentment pervades his being.
(c) Suspicion rules his mind.
(d) His mood is improving.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. To what does Werther compare the young woman with whom he has fallen in love?

3. What does Werther assert, regarding the upper-class society he finds himself in in Weimar?

4. What does Werther think of Albert?

5. What was the reception Werther first received from the common townsfolk?

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