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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the second thing that Marina offers to Astrov in order to calm his nerves?
(a) Opium.
(b) Vodka.
(c) Valium.
(d) Nothing.

2. Vanya thinks the Professor writes books about _________ without knowing anything about it.
(a) Politics.
(b) Art.
(c) Math.
(d) History.

3. Yelena promises Sonya she really did marry the Professor for __________, in conflict with Sonya's suspicions.
(a) Money.
(b) Partnership.
(c) Companionship.
(d) Love.

4. Vanya complains that ever since ___________ and his wife arrived, the schedule has not be right around the house.
(a) Telegin.
(b) Anton.
(c) Astrov.
(d) Professor.

5. What is Marina knitting when the scene opens during the first act of the play?
(a) Pot holder.
(b) Stocking.
(c) Sweater.
(d) Scarf.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does the Professor think actually finds him the most offensive of anyone?

2. Astrov becomes lost in a memory of the community in which there was an epidemic of ___________.

3. What does Telegin bring with him as he and Astrov return home, slightly drunk?

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

5. Vanya believes that all of his feelings, including those he has for __________ are being wasted.

(see the answer key)

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