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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Vanya believes that all of his feelings, including those he has for __________ are being wasted.
(a) Maria.
(b) Sonya.
(c) Marina.
(d) Yelena.

2. What does Astrov do to Yelena when she begins to protest her motives and actions?
(a) Slaps her.
(b) Walks away from her in a huff.
(c) Kisses her hands.
(d) Spits on her.

3. Who comes into the scene, watching the others, though no one else notices this character?
(a) Vanya.
(b) Telegin.
(c) Marina.
(d) The Professor.

4. What does Astrov joke about during this opening scene, saying that it is oversized?
(a) Scarf.
(b) Mug.
(c) Sweater.
(d) Moustache.

5. Who comes in with Sonya, sad about the events and in tears as the play begins to close?
(a) Astrov.
(b) Marina.
(c) Yelena.
(d) Maria.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Vanya accused of stealing from Astrov, according to Astrov's accusation?

2. Astrov says that he ___________ Sonya, but he has no feeling for her as a woman.

3. Who does Yelena admit to being interested in as she and Sonya talk about relationships?

4. Who imagines themselves on their knees begging for Sonya's forgiveness?

5. What is Marina knitting when the scene opens during the first act of the play?

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