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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Strange Interlude, Part 1, Acts 1 and 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where has Marsden been before the play begins in Strange Interlude?
(a) Africa.
(b) China.
(c) South America.
(d) Europe.

2. Who does Eben call on to take vengeance on Abbie for her deception?
(a) God.
(b) His mother.
(c) His father.
(d) His brothers.

3. Why does Leeds say he hated Gordon?
(a) He was jealous of Nina's love.
(b) He stole his wife.
(c) He was jealous of Marsden's love.
(d) He was envious of his wealth.

4. What does Ephraim say the farm is made of, in Part 2 of Desire Under the Elms?
(a) Stones.
(b) Gold.
(c) Loam.
(d) Wool.

5. How long has the father in Desire Under the Elms been gone in the beginning of the play?
(a) Two years.
(b) Two months.
(c) Six months.
(d) Three years.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much time passes between Scenes 1 and 2 in Part 3 of Desire Under the Elms?

2. Eben's mother was Ephraim's _____ wife.

3. How old is Ephraim in Part 3 of Desire Under the Elms?

4. How old is Ephraim in Desire Under the Elms?

5. In Part 1 of Desire Under the Elms, how long has it been since Simeon's woman died?

(see the answer key)

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