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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who are the first two characters to appear in Act 1 of Hedda Gabler?
(a) Julle and Tesman.
(b) Jorgen and Hedda.
(c) Julle and Berte.
(d) Tesman and Berte.

2. How were the furnishings in the house paid for?
(a) Tesman could afford the furnishings with his salary.
(b) Julle mortgaged her annuity to pay for the furnishings.
(c) Hedda's inheritance paid for everything.
(d) Berte lent Tesman the money to buy them.

3. What is the book Tesman is working on about?
(a) Domestic crafts of Brabant in the Middle Ages.
(b) The role of religion in shaping the future.
(c) Cultural norms of the modern age.
(d) The importance of family in society.

4. What does Tesman focus on when he talks about the future?
(a) Raising a family.
(b) Spending time with his wife.
(c) Making a fortune.
(d) His career.

5. What does Hedda threaten to do to Berte in Act 1 of Hedda Gabler?
(a) Visit her every day.
(b) Cut her hair off.
(c) Dismiss her.
(d) Send her to care for Rina.

Short Answer Questions

1. What instrument makes its first appearance in Act 1 of Hedda Gabler?

2. Which are the most appropriate words to describe Hedda in the first act?

3. What is the relationship between Tesman and Julle in the play, HEDDA GABLER?

4. What does Julle give to Tesman before she leaves?

5. What did Julle buy in honor of Hedda?

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