View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Goring say people are pleased to find out about other people's secrets?
(a) It gives them something to talk about.
(b) They like juicy gossip.
(c) It distracts public attention from their own.
(d) It makes them feel better.

2. What does Mrs. Cheveley consider fame on the continent for Sir Robert in Act 1, Part 1?
(a) He is recognized by many people.
(b) His name is spelled right in the newspaper.
(c) He has a beautiful wife.
(d) He is a politician.

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

4. In Act 1, Part 3, what does Mabel say about Mrs. Cheveley after she leaves?
(a) She is a horrid woman.
(b) She is a lovely woman.
(c) She is very intelligent.
(d) She has beautiful clothes.

5. In Act 3, Part 1, what event does Sir Robert say begins at eleven?
(a) Mrs. Cheveley's trial.
(b) The Bachelor's Ball.
(c) The debate on the Argentine Canal.
(d) Lady Chiltern's tea party.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lord Goring say he gets rid of as soon as possible?

2. After Mrs. Cheveley leaves the party at the Chiltern's, what does Mabel tell Goring they cannot talk about?

3. When does Act 2 take place?

4. Who does Mrs. Cheveley say has only two topics of conversation--his gout and his wife?

5. According to Lady Markby, what is fashionable in marriage nowadays?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 310 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample