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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. ___________ interrupts Astrov's speech by saying that he still uses wood in his outhouses and fireplaces.
(a) Sonya.
(b) Yelena.
(c) Marina.
(d) Vanya.

2. What has Maria received from a writer that she likes and she shares this with the rest of the house?
(a) A pamphlet.
(b) A picture.
(c) A personal letter.
(d) A phone call.

3. When Astrov is pacing by Marina, what does Marina first offer to him in order to calm him?
(a) Tea.
(b) Water.
(c) Vodka.
(d) Coffee.

4. Yelena, it is said, married the Professor when he was already _________.
(a) Bored.
(b) Set in his ways.
(c) Done with love.
(d) Old.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Yelena talks to Vanya about his quarreling ways, he starts talks about her ___________.

2. ____________ once had an attack of conscience when he was operating on a patient, thinking that the patient's death was his fault.

3. What happened to the other man that Telegin's wife was seeing at one point?

4. What does Astrov ask the worker to fetch for him before they head out the door?

5. Where does the Professor want his tea sent as he has a lot of work to do?

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