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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Faustus claim that he is going to die?

2. How does the Pope react to Faustus's actions?

3. Where are Carolus and Faustus at the beginning of Act 4, Scene 1?

4. Why does Faustus refuse to pray?

5. Where are Mephastophilis and Faustus waiting at the beginning of Act 3, Scene 1?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Faustus react to the Duchess of Vanholt's craving, and why?

2. Why are the Duke and Duchess of Vanholt impressed by Faustus's ability to procure grapes?

3. What does the Chorus explain in the Epilogue?

4. How does Faustus explain his ability to procure grapes for the Duchess of Vanholt?

5. What does Faustus do when the Pope enters his private chambers?

6. How do the churchmen react to Faustus's invisible actions?

7. Why does Mephastophilis attack the Horse-Courser?

8. What does Carolus ask Faustus to do in the beginning of Act 4, Scene 1?

9. Where are Faustus and Mephastophilis at the beginning of Act 3, Scene 1? What are they doing?

10. What part does the knight play in Act 4, Scene 1?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Besides Dr. Faustus, who in this play sins? How do they sin? How are they punished?

Essay Topic 2

How can Mephastophilis be seen as a sympathetic character?

Essay Topic 3

What does "Dr. Faustus" suggest about Marlowe's attitude toward women?

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