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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the servants, why has Ekdal gone to jail.?
(a) Bad business deal.
(b) Lechery.
(c) Embezzlement.
(d) Murder.

2. How many people dine with Werle at the beginning of the book?
(a) 13.
(b) 10.
(c) 12.
(d) 11.

3. What does Werle's son say he has discovered as he leaves his father's house at the beginning of the book?
(a) His reason for returning.
(b) His duty to his mother.
(c) His purpose in life.
(d) His father's true nature.

4. What is happening in the house at the beginning of the play?
(a) A ball.
(b) A fight.
(c) A dinner party.
(d) A doctor's visit.

5. What is the name of the Werle's housekeeper?
(a) Ms. Sardy.
(b) Mrs. Sirby.
(c) Ms. Surdy.
(d) Mrs. Sorby.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the housekeeper playing when Werle's son is leaving his father's house?

2. Hjalmar says he is happy in spite of what?

3. What is the name of Old Ekdal's son?

4. How many servants do the Werles have?

5. About what is Old Ekdal happy when he comes on stage at the beginning of Act 2?

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