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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. Why might Tesman not get the professorship he was promised?
(a) The subject of Tesman's book is irrevelant to the post.
(b) Lovborg is also being considered for the post.
(c) There are doubts about Tesman's character.
(d) Tesman was gone too long on his travels.

2. What does Hedda first tell Lovborg when he continually declines the cold punch she offered him?
(a) That he had changed greatly from the person she knew.
(b) That she admired his fortitude.
(c) That Mrs Elvsted had trained him well.
(d) That it makes him appear unsure of himself.

3. How does Hedda imagine Lovborg when he returns?
(a) Flushed and fearless with vine leaves in his hair.
(b) Responsible and self controlled.
(c) Reckless and free.
(d) The talk of the town.

4. What does Lovborg know after his night at Brack's?
(a) That it is pointless for him to write books.
(b) That he is in love with Hedda.
(c) That he is the best man for the professorship.
(d) The he will not be able to maintain a respectable lifestyle.

5. What does Lovborg take with him to Brack's?
(a) A pistol.
(b) Mrs Elvsted's glove.
(c) His manuscript.
(d) A bottle of punch.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the very important thing that Hedda keeps from Lovborg when he comes to see her in Act 3?

2. Why is Mrs Elvsted uneasy talking about her home life?

3. What does Tesman thank Brack for when Brack arrives at the house for the first time in Act 1?

4. Which of the following best characterizes Lovborg the night of Brack's party?

5. Which of the following best characterizes Mrs Elvsted's feelings regarding Lovborg?

(see the answer key)

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