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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II: Character, Chapters 10 - 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Lajos Egri compels the writer to know that their characters should not be dependent on their _____.
(a) Imagination.
(b) Pen.
(c) Thoughts.
(d) Premise.

2. Who is Romeo's cousin in "Romeo and Juliet"?
(a) Benvolio.
(b) Friar John.
(c) Mercutio.
(d) Abram.

3. "Romeo and Juliet" begins with a feud between the Capulets and _____.
(a) The Moreaus.
(b) The Mumfords.
(c) The Montagues.
(d) The Moultons.

4. What French writer and critic born in 1849 said every play needs a goal?
(a) Ferdinand Brunetière.
(b) Jean Giraudoux.
(c) Jean Michel Jarre.
(d) Pierre de Ronsard.

5. What is Nora's last name in "A Doll's House"?
(a) Krogstad.
(b) Torvald.
(c) Rank.
(d) Helmer.

Short Answer Questions

1. The author asserts that one key factor in obtaining conflict is what?

2. What term refers to the leading character, hero, or heroine of a drama or other literary work?

3. What Classic Greek philosopher claimed character was secondary to action?

4. Where is the man who meets the dog going in the author's scenario in Book II, Character, Chapter 11: Unity of Opposites?

5. What term refers to any contest or struggle?

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