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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom has Gwendolen already contacted about her betrothal to Ernest?
(a) Westminster Cathedral
(b) Her father
(c) The Morning Post
(d) The Census Bureau

2. What adjective does Lady Bracknell use to describe Algernon's association with the invalid "Bunbury"?
(a) Christian
(b) Frivolous
(c) Foolish
(d) Morbid

3. What item does Gwendolen take with her as she leaves?
(a) The railway guide
(b) The trivet
(c) The bell
(d) The cigarette holder

4. Which of these is not a description of the handbag in which Jack was found?
(a) It was black
(b) It was torn at the side
(c) It was leather
(d) It had handles

5. Which of these is not a suggestion that Algernon makes as to what they should do after dinner?
(a) The Empire
(b) The Games House
(c) The Club
(d) The Theatre

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Lady Bracknell, what two things rarely go together?

2. In what town does the First Act take place?

3. What mission does Algernon give Cecily?

4. Where does Cecily tell Algernon he is being sent?

5. In terms of playing music, what is Algernon's forte?

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