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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. According to what he tells Mephistopheles, what did the Easter celebration initially bring Faust, which he no longer has?

2. Why does Gretchen believe people tell her that she is beautiful?

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

4. From where does the witch enter during "A Witch's Kitchen"?

5. What are the men in the tavern about ready to do when Mephistopheles finally stops them?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the black poodle disturb Faust?

2. What primary function does the clown serve during "Prelude on the Stage"?

3. What concerns does Faust have in regards to his bargain with the devil?

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

5. Describe the bargain between Faust and Mephistopheles.

6. What does Mephistopheles suggest to Gretchen about marriage and why?

7. What does Martha suggest Gretchen do with the second box of jewelry in "The Neighbor's House"?

8. Describe Faust and Wagner's relationship.

9. In the "Dedication," why is Goethe so wistful?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What purposes do the scenes entitled "Walpurgis Night" and "A Walpurgis Night's Dream" serve in this play? Discuss this in the following format:

Part 1) Allusions to Greek mythology, the Bible, and other works of literature.

Part 2) Faust's uneasiness at the celebration.

Part 3) The vision of Gretchen in relation to the purpose of Walpurgis Night.

Part 4) Mephistopheles's reactions to being amongst his people.

Part 5) The absurdities of the humans.

Cite specific examples from the text to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

How does Goethe use "Faust" to critique society? Discuss this in the following format:

Part 1) People's relationship with God.

Part 2) God and Mephistopheles.

Part 3) The role of the church.

Part 4) The town's rejection of Gretchen.

Part 5) "A Walpurgis Night's Dream."

Develop a clear thesis and cite specific examples from the text to support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

Write a brief essay about the role of Faust as an "everyman." Develop a clear thesis statement, as well as a definition for the term "everyman." Apply the definition to Faust by using strong examples from the text. Explain how Faust's role as an everyman allows accessibility for the reader to identify and sympathize with the titular character, as well as reconciling this status with his more questionable actions.

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