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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do Agnes and Michael know of the young poet?
(a) The poet is an old friend from Michael's party days.
(b) The poet is a neighbor.
(c) The poet is the fiance of Agnes and Michael's daughter.
(d) The poet asked for criticism of his work from Michael.

2. After Michael puts on his coat to leave in Act 1, Scene 2, what is the next thing he does?
(a) Go outside to get the laundry.
(b) Call for help.
(c) Take off the coat again.
(d) Kiss Agnes.

3. Michael tells Agnes what shocking confession?
(a) He won a fortune gambling.
(b) He is an orphan.
(c) He is bankrupt.
(d) He is having an affair.

4. What does Agnes throw at Michael when they have a fight in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) The "God Is Love" pillow.
(b) The dinner bell.
(c) Her shoe.
(d) His book.

5. Michael describes himself as a "male animal" that has done what?
(a) Fallen ill and must be taken to the hospital.
(b) Found his mate for life.
(c) Cheated on Agnes.
(d) His duty and should be dismissed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Michael tell Agnes she should cheer up in Act 3, Scene 1?

2. What has changed about the fourposter bed in Act 2 from Act 1?

3. What does Agnes throw at Michael when she is mad at him in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. Who does Michael say makes him sing?

5. Near the end of Act 2, Scene 1, why is Michael so upset?

(see the answer key)

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