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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Telegin sits next to Marina and talks about how happy he is because of _____________.
(a) His new lover.
(b) The good weather.
(c) An inheiritance he received.
(d) A book.

3. What do Yelena and Sonya share together as a way to celebrate their new friendship?
(a) Bread.
(b) Tea.
(c) Wine.
(d) Clothes.

4. Where does the Professor want his tea sent as he has a lot of work to do?
(a) His study.
(b) The kitchen.
(c) The basement.
(d) The library.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Astrov talks to Sonya and tells her that he sees his life as a dark ___________.

2. When Astrov is pacing by Marina, what does Marina first offer to him in order to calm him?

3. What is the relationship of Telegin to Sonya during the course of this play?

4. Yelena suggests that being with Vanya would ____________ as Vanya just wants to possess her.

5. Who says that Astrov is perfectly welcome to stay and to wait for the Professor?

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