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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While Agnes and Michael are in bed on their wedding night, why does Michael lean in to Agnes?
(a) So he can get a closer look at her eyes.
(b) So he can kiss her on the lips.
(c) So she can help him button his shirt.
(d) So she can smell his breath for herself.

2. When Michael and Agnes are first seen, what are they doing?
(a) Agnes is leading Michael into the room.
(b) They are holding hands.
(c) Michael is carrying Agnes.
(d) They are arguing over breakfast.

3. When Agnes is whispering to Michael, what does she see that disgusts her?
(a) Michael's dirty ears.
(b) Michael's top hat.
(c) The bed pillow.
(d) A mouse.

4. At the beginning of the play, why does Michael claim that he is embarrassed?
(a) His clothing doesn't fit right and he wants to make a good impression.
(b) He is nervous about the night and does not want to revolt Agnes.
(c) His shirt has stains on it and he hadn't realized it until that moment.
(d) He told Agnes a story about his fortune as fortold by a gypsy woman.

5. What does Agnes believe Michael has prepared for their wedding night?
(a) A list of his favorite things.
(b) A poem that he wrote.
(c) A song that he wrote.
(d) Dinner from a recipe he created.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Agnes undresses on her wedding night, she gets distracted and comments about what?

2. Who does Agnes say left the pillow on the bed?

3. What moment does Michael claim to have shared with Agnes before?

4. What does Michael reveal that he said to Agnes when they first met?

5. Why does Michael claim he is kneeling before Agnes?

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