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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. About what does Werle's son get mad at his father after Ekdal leaves?
(a) Not taking his blame for the business.
(b) Inviting a fighting family to dinner.
(c) Letting the Ekdal family sink so low.
(d) Not stopping the bad behavior of Ekdal's son.

2. According to Werle's son, how did Werle treat his wife when she was alive?
(a) He tormented her.
(b) He abused her.
(c) He sheltered her.
(d) He degraded her.

3. Why does Werle plan to marry his housekeeper?
(a) She is a good friend.
(b) His eyesight is failing.
(c) He loves her.
(d) She has a hidden fortune.

4. How long have Gina and Hjalmar been married when the book begins?
(a) 17 years.
(b) 15 years.
(c) 11 years.
(d) 13 years.

5. About what is Old Ekdal happy when he comes on stage at the beginning of Act 2?
(a) The amount of work he has.
(b) Seeing his son earlier.
(c) Having a full stomach.
(d) To see his granddaughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Gina's daughter?

2. What is the name of the Werle's housekeeper?

3. What is happening in the house at the beginning of the play?

4. What is the name of Old Ekdal's son?

5. What is the name of Ekdal's son's wife?

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