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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Hjalmar say he has sent the message to Werle?
(a) He wants to feel proud.
(b) He wants to make things right.
(c) He needs to break free.
(d) He is living up to the Ideal.

2. What is Gina's daughter doing at the beginning of Act 2?
(a) Reading.
(b) Sleeping.
(c) Writing.
(d) Sewing.

3. Why has Werle asked his son to come home at the beginning of the book?
(a) To settle down.
(b) To repair the fight.
(c) To be a business partner.
(d) To care for him.

4. According to Werle's son, how did Werle treat his wife when she was alive?
(a) He tormented her.
(b) He abused her.
(c) He degraded her.
(d) He sheltered her.

5. What burden does Gregers say is constantly with him?
(a) Guilt.
(b) The truth.
(c) Shame.
(d) Pity.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gina say always brings Hjalmar joy and relaxation?

2. What does Gregers want to tell Hjalmar about his marriage?

3. Who does Relling say should NOT learn about Gina's affair?

4. Who reminds Hjalmar to get back to work when he becomes distracted in Act 3?

5. Which of the following is NOT an animal kept in the house by Old Ekdal?

(see the answer key)

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