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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act II, Scene 4 through Act II, Scene 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Act II, Scene 2, what event has occurred within Wendla's family?
(a) Wendla's sister is arrested for prostitution.
(b) Her sister has died in childbirth.
(c) Her sister has had a baby.
(d) Wendla's father dies.

2. What is Eros according to Bentley?
(a) Romantic love.
(b) Sexual love.
(c) An instinct for life.
(d) An instinct for death.

3. What do the girls in Act 1, Scene 3 decide they all want one day?
(a) Lovers.
(b) Daughters.
(c) Husbands.
(d) Sons.

4. How do Martha's parents treat her?
(a) They spoil her.
(b) They abuse her.
(c) They treat her better than the other parents treat their children.
(d) They coddle her.

5. How does Mrs. Bergmann attempt to explain her new grandson to Wendla?
(a) Cabbage patches.
(b) The stork.
(c) Adoption.
(d) He appeared on the doorstep.

Short Answer Questions

1. With whom was Wedekind finding conflict while writing his play?

2. According to the other boys, whose name is still on the list for consideration to be promoted?

3. What question does Wendla demand an answer for from her mother in Act II, Scene 2?

4. Because of the objectionable content of the play, what did Wedekind have to do for the play to be printed?

5. Why is Moritz devastated in Act II, Scene 5?

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