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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Lady Chiltern demand that Sir Robert do immediately, in Act 1, Part 3?
(a) Throw Mrs. Cheveley out of their house.
(b) Retire from public life.
(c) Write a letter to Mrs. Cheveley saying he will not support the Argentine Canal scheme.
(d) Tell Goring to leave the party.

2. In Act 1, Part 3, what does Lady Chiltern tell Sir Robert he's always been?
(a) An ideal.
(b) A wise politician.
(c) A smart man.
(d) A good husband.

3. In Act 1, Part 1, how is Goring described?
(a) As a clever, serious man.
(b) As an exceptional politician.
(c) As a flawless dandy.
(d) As a dull aristocrat.

4. During the Chiltern's dinner party, what does Lady Chiltern state she didn't know about Mrs. Cheveley?
(a) That she married a second time.
(b) That she was once poor.
(c) That she has a college education.
(d) That she is in love with Goring.

5. What does Mrs. Cheveley tell Sir Robert won't survive a scandal?
(a) His marriage.
(b) His political career.
(c) His social standing.
(d) His friendship with Goring.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the Chiltern's dinner party, where does Mrs. Cheveley say she will be the next night at half past eleven?

2. Which character says she's a little too old now to trouble about setting a good example?

3. How long does Lady Chiltern say it's been since she and Vicomte De Nanjac last saw each other?

4. In Act 1, Part 3, what does Goring say is "never of any use to oneself"?

5. Who does Mrs. Cheveley say taught her to play fairly when one has the winning cards?

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