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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following best characterizes Hedda's view of her marriage at the end of Act 1?
(a) A disappointment and boring.
(b) Comfortable and supportive.
(c) Unimportant and temporary.
(d) Exciting and adventurous.

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

3. Does Berte leave her belongings lying around?
(a) Yes, they were always returning things to her.
(b) No, the item belonged to Julle.
(c) No, Hedda had left it and forgotten about it.
(d) Yes, and they dismissed her for it.

4. To whom does Hedda not speak in Act 1 of HEDDA GABLER?
(a) Tesman.
(b) Brack.
(c) Berte.
(d) Lovborg.

5. What does Hedda claim she has to keep her entertained at the end of Act 1 of HEDDA GABLER?
(a) Her father's pistols.
(b) A charming home.
(c) A growing family.
(d) A busy social life.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the only thing that Mrs Elvsted knows about the woman whose shadow stands between her and Lovborg?

2. Who is the bouquet of flowers from?

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

4. In Act 1, what is the role of Berte in the household?

5. What part of Mrs Elvsted does Hedda find "irritating"?

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