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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What lie does Molvik tell himself?
(a) He is demonic.
(b) He is a gifted artist.
(c) He is moments away from success.
(d) He will be famous.

3. Where does Ekdal tell Hedwig to shoot a bird in order to guarantee a kill?
(a) The chest.
(b) The side.
(c) The head.
(d) The wing.

4. Why does Hjalmar not follow his father when he asks him to come to work?
(a) He is too busy.
(b) He is worried about Hedwig.
(c) He wants to help his wife.
(d) He has guests coming.

5. What confession does Hjalmar make to Gregers as he is packing to leave?
(a) There is a large debt on the house.
(b) There is no invention.
(c) He feels relieved.
(d) He knows all along.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Mr. Werle's son?

2. How long have Gina and Hjalmar been married when the book begins?

3. What is happening in the house at the beginning of the play?

4. What does Hjalmar say Old Ekdal almost does after the bad bank deal?

5. Where does Ekdal tell Hjalmar to go to work?

(see the answer key)

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