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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Mrs. Elvsted's state of mind after the gentlemen leave?
(a) Hopeful and determined.
(b) Jubilant and victorious.
(c) Anxious and unhappy.
(d) Serene and confident.

2. After Mrs Elvsted arrives, what does Lovborg talk about?
(a) He talks about when he knew Hedda.
(b) He compliments Mrs Elvsted and praises the friendship he has with her.
(c) He talks about Tesman's research.
(d) He talks about nothing but his book.

3. What is the likely reason that Hedda dreams of controlling another person's destiny?
(a) She aspires to do more good than one person can.
(b) It is simply entertainment.
(c) She feels very little power over her own life.
(d) She wants to be like Mrs Elvsted.

4. Which of the following best describes Mrs Elvsted's marriage?
(a) Abusive and horrible.
(b) Passionate and unwise.
(c) Loveless and convenient.
(d) Comfortable and satisfactory.

5. Who does Tesman invite over to their house for evening in Act 1 of HEDDA GABLER?
(a) Mrs Elvsted.
(b) Ejlert Lovborg.
(c) Berte.
(d) Brack.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hedda want at the end of 1Act 1 of HEDDA GABLER?

2. What does Hedda threaten, again, to do to Mrs. Elvsted?

3. What is Lovborg's plan for his future at the end of Act 3 of HEDDA GABLER?

4. What does Lovborg tell Mrs. Elvsted happened to the manuscript?

5. What becomes apparent as soon as Hedda and Lovborg converse alone?

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