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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Faust's Study (I & II) and Auerbach's Tavern in Leipzig.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Faust is interrupted in his suicide attempt, what refreshes his faith in God?
(a) A child praying.
(b) The Easter hymnals.
(c) The sunlight.
(d) The priests doing charitable works.

2. What does Mephistopheles give all the men in the tavern?
(a) Drinks he conjured up.
(b) Gold coins.
(c) Herbs that he claims will promote vigor.
(d) Dried meat.

3. What does the author profess sadness over in "Dedication"?
(a) The author has decided to end his own life.
(b) The modern world moves too fast for the author.
(c) The author has recently realized that he is an atheist.
(d) Those who were around him while he was writing "Faust" are long dead.

4. How does Mephistopheles feel about mankind?
(a) He feels as if they are a great amusement.
(b) He feels they are worthy of his attention.
(c) He feels that they are misguided creatures.
(d) He looks down upon them.

5. What happens to Faust and Mephistopheles at the end of "Auerbach's Tavern"?
(a) They are kicked out of the pub.
(b) They are arrested.
(c) They exit through the window.
(d) They vanish.

Short Answer Questions

1. With what does Faust sign his agreement with Mephistopheles?

2. Why does Faust decide to turn to magic use?

3. What does Faust try to deter Wagner from doing with his life?

4. Where does the poodle transform into Mephistopheles?

5. Where does "Outside the Town Wall" take place?

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