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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through September 4 through November 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. With whom has Werther formed a new acquaintance in the letter of November 26?
(a) Sir D.
(b) Baroness M.
(c) Madam G.
(d) Count C.

3. What does Werther like to watch the village girls do?
(a) Bathe in the stream.
(b) Dance during the festival season.
(c) Fetch water.
(d) Pick wildflowers.

4. At the beginning of Book Two, who employs Werther?
(a) A prince.
(b) A count.
(c) An estate manager.
(d) An ambassador.

5. Of what feeling does Werther complain in the letter of August 22?
(a) Excitement.
(b) Listlessness.
(c) Rage.
(d) Confusion.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Werther in the letter of October 20, upon what do happiness or misery depend?

2. What is Werther aware of, regarding himself and the townsfolk?

3. What tone does Werther desire his literature to have?

4. Why has Werther not written to the usual recipient of his letters as of late?

5. What event does Werther inadvertently attend, as related in the letter of March 15?

(see the answer key)

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