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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. During the "Prologue in Heaven," how many archangels are with God?

2. What does Mephistopheles claim happened to Martha's husband?

3. Why is Mephistopheles unable to leave Faust's study after appearing to the man?

4. What does Faust admit to Mephistopheles in the second "Faust's Study"?

5. According to God, how does Faust feel about his relationship with Him?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the argument between the director, the clown, and the poet in "Prelude on the Stage."

2. How does the poodle behave before transforming into Mephistopheles?

3. Describe the actions of the baboons in "A Witch's Kitchen."

4. What is the fate of the first box of jewels that Mephistopheles secretly leaves Gretchen and why?

5. Why does the black poodle disturb Faust?

6. How does Faust feel about the mystery girl he sees in the mirror and in the street?

7. How do Faust and Mephistopheles plan to get the girl for Faust at the end of "A Street"?

8. During the second scene called "Faust's Study," what does Faust admit to Mephistopheles?

9. Describe the bargain between Faust and Mephistopheles.

10. Why does Faust decide to try witchcraft in his first scene?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In a brief essay, discuss the roles of magic and witchcraft in "Faust." Develop a clear thesis statement and cite specific examples from the text to support your answers. Points that should be considered in this essay include (but not exclusively) the following: Faust's dabbling with magic, "A Witch's Kitchen," the celebration of Walpurgis Night, and Mephistopheles. Be sure to consider the symbolism behind these sections, as well as how magic and witchcraft help develop certain characters and themes within the play.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss God and Mephistopheles in the following format:

Part 1) Their similarities and differences.

Part 2) Their relationship and how it affects the world.

Part 3) Their differing opinions on the human race.

Part 4) Their relationships with their followers.

Part 5) Their methods of balancing each others' influence and power.

Part 6) The subversion of good versus evil.

Essay Topic 3

What is a "faustian bargain"? How is this used in everyday language? How does it relate to "Faust?" What is significant about the fact that this term has entered the vernacular in regards to the importance of the play itself on society? What does this suggest about not only Goethe's intent in writing this play, but about the character of Faust and his situation?

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