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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the Chiltern's dinner party, what does Mrs. Cheveley say cannot explain women?
(a) Religion.
(b) Men.
(c) Psychology.
(d) Other women.

2. At the dinner party in Act 1, Part 1, what does Lady Basildon think of the man who talks about his wife during dinner?
(a) He is rude.
(b) He is terribly trivial.
(c) He is very loving.
(d) He is very kind.

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

4. What is the message in the letter that Mrs. Cheveley plans to blackmail Sir Robert with?
(a) It says to buy Suez Canal shares.
(b) It says Sir Robert cheated on his college exams.
(c) It says Sir Robert fixed his election.
(d) It says Sir Robert had an affair with Mrs. Cheveley.

5. What does Mrs. Cheveley tell Sir Robert she did not receive prizes for?
(a) Good conduct.
(b) Beauty.
(c) Sociability.
(d) Good grades.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Lady Markby, what about Sir John has become unbearable?

2. During Act 1, Part 2, what does Mrs. Cheveley say we all must do sooner or later?

3. In Act 1, Part 2, what does Mrs. Cheveley say everyone has?

4. Why does Goring say he loves to talk about nothing?

5. If Sir Robert meets Mrs. Cheveley's demands, what will she give him with the prettiest thanks?

(see the answer key)

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