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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When do Feng's thoughts over Gerutha become evident in the story?
(a) After he is wounded in battle.
(b) After he leaves Denmark.
(c) After he is sickened and dying.
(d) After he kisses her.

2. Why is Corambus resentful of Horwendil?
(a) Because Horwendil conspired to kill Rorik.
(b) Because Horwendil will not listen to his counciling.
(c) Because Horwendil moves into Elsinore before he is officially named king.
(d) Because Corambus is in love with Gerutha.

3. In what season do Gerutha and Horwendil get married?
(a) Spring.
(b) Winter.
(c) Autumn.
(d) Summer.

4. Which of the following is a name in Part 3?
(a) Polonius.
(b) Corambis.
(c) Horwendil.
(d) Gerutha.

5. What advise does Corambus give Gerutha to make her think less about her marriage?
(a) He tells her to stop gossiping and be a better wife.
(b) He tells her to sleep more.
(c) He tells her to read less and exercise more.
(d) He tells her to speak to Horwendil about her feelings.

Short Answer Questions

1. What words best describe Amleth as a baby and child?

2. Which statement best describes Gerutha's attitude about marrying Horwendil?

3. What word best describes Feng´s feelings toward his bother Horwendil?

4. What does Gerutha think about Horwendil?

5. Which character reflects on a difficulty in loving Hamlet?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Gerutha's physical appearance as a young woman when she is first introduced in the story.

2. How does King Rorik try to convince his daughter that she will come to love Horwendil?

3. Describe King Rorik's view of love and marriage.

4. Do you think that Horwendil is really interested in making Gerutha happy with their marriage? Why or why not?

5. What does Gerutha see as different about her father when he gives her his blessing?

6. Name three supporting characters and describe their association with one of the main characters.

7. Describe Feng's personality and character.

8. Describe how the songbirds, a gift from Horwendil, demonstrate the difference between the personalities of Horwendil and Gerutha.

9. Describe Gerutha's prediction of Horwendil as a husband.

10. Describe Ophelia and why she is considered beautiful.

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