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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 the profession of Jorgen Tesman?
(a) Politician.
(b) Academic researcher and aspiring professor.
(c) Tesman does not work.
(d) Merchant and importer.

2. Why did Tesman buy the house he did?
(a) It was the only one he could afford.
(b) He believed Hedda wanted it more than any other.
(c) It was close to his work.
(d) It had many rooms for raising a family.

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

4. When Julle leaves at the end of Act 1, what are her plans for returning?
(a) She will return to spend the winter.
(b) She is afraid she'll be too busy to come often.
(c) She plans on returning every day to visit.
(d) She plans never to return.

5. What is Hedda's state of mind after Julle leaves?
(a) Happy to be home.
(b) Angry and tense.
(c) Tired and overwhelmed.
(d) Resigned and content.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 2, who are the two people expected to be visiting the Tesman home in the evening?

2. What does Mrs. Elvsted liken Lovborg's manuscript to?

3. How does Hedda feel about the house she lives in?

4. How long has Mrs Elvsted been in town?

5. Which of the following best describe Brack's character?

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