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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through November 30 through December 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his letter of May 22, what does Werther assert makes people truly happy?
(a) Living in the present moment.
(b) Working hard for wealth.
(c) Wandering through nature.
(d) Loving fiercely and often.

2. What is the surprise Werther receives from Lotte and Albert in the letter of February 20?
(a) The news of their marriage.
(b) An invitation to join them as they travel.
(c) The news of one of Lotte's siblings' deaths.
(d) A gift for his birthday.

3. What author does Werther enjoy reading?
(a) Homer.
(b) Shakespeare.
(c) St. Augustine.
(d) Goethe.

4. How does the main character describe the person with whom he must conduct his business?
(a) As wicked and false.
(b) As enthusiastic and humorous.
(c) As vigorous and kind-hearted.
(d) As suspicious and conniving.

5. Where does the event of March 15 occur?
(a) In City Hall.
(b) At the home of Count C.
(c) In the town square.
(d) In the Ambassador's garden.

Short Answer Questions

1. What of old Count von M.'s does the main character praise for its pleasurable effect?

2. What does Werther give the people he meets in the town square?

3. What two things does Werther compare in his argument in the letter of August 12?

4. What does Werther assert about the state of mind of the person he meets in the letter of November 30?

5. To whom does Werther write his letter of January 20, 1772?

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