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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act III, Scene 1 through Act III, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what decade did Wedekind write A Children's Tragedy?
(a) 1890s.
(b) 1900s.
(c) 1880s.
(d) 1870s.

2. Who is the author of the introduction to the play?
(a) Antonin Artaud.
(b) Frank Wedekind.
(c) Noel Coward.
(d) Eric Bentley.

3. What is the name of Wendla's sister?
(a) Thea.
(b) Martha.
(c) Ina.
(d) Ilsa.

4. Why is Mrs. Bergmann concerned about Wendla's dress?
(a) It is too shapeless on her.
(b) It is too short for her.
(c) It is too adult for her.
(d) It is too long on her.

5. In their first encounter, what question does Melchior pose to Wendla?
(a) He asks if she enjoys visiting poor people.
(b) He asks if she believes in God.
(c) He asks if she likes him.
(d) He asks if she understands sex.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has Moritz threatened to do if he cannot leave the country?

2. How is Melchior permitted to answer questions in Act III, Scene 1?

3. Where does Mr. Gabor wish to send Melchior in Act III, Scene 3?

4. How do all the boys in Act 1, Scene 2 two know each other?

5. What happened to Martha when her parents saw her with a ribbon on her nightgown?

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