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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Vanya says that he is so __________ with himself for not making more of his life.
(a) Disappointed.
(b) Sad.
(c) Depressed.
(d) Angry.

2. What does Telegin bring with him as he and Astrov return home, slightly drunk?
(a) Suitcase.
(b) Guitar.
(c) Pamphlet.
(d) Book.

3. ___________ tells Vanya he should spend more time creating harmony and reconciliation.
(a) Yelena.
(b) Marina.
(c) Astrov.
(d) Telegin.

4. Astrov says that he drinks because __________ is a dull, stupid, dirty business.
(a) Marriage.
(b) School.
(c) Family.
(d) Life.

5. When Yelena tells Vanya it's a nice day, what does Vanya say that it is a nice day to do?
(a) Shoot someone.
(b) Get a job.
(c) Hang one's self.
(d) Go for a walk.

Short Answer Questions

1. _________ admits that he is a vile man, even more so when he is drunk.

2. Who comes in to remind the Professor that he asked to see Astrov?

3. ____________ says that even though his wife ran off and left him, he is still faithful to her and to their children.

4. Vanya says that Yelena is his __________ which is why he is so miserable.

5. Where does the Professor want Yelena to look for a particular book the following day?

(see the answer key)

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