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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What set piece takes up the middle of the back wall in Act 2?
(a) A slide.
(b) Tea tables.
(c) A large sofa.
(d) A coat rack.

2. In Act 1, what prevents Cornelius from an automatic promotion?
(a) His age.
(b) His attraction to Ermengarde.
(c) His attitude.
(d) His lack of experience.

3. Who claims she will marry Mr. Vandergelder, if asked?
(a) Mrs. Malloy.
(b) Mrs. Levi.
(c) Ermengarde.
(d) Minnie.

4. What type of hat does Cornelius wear in Act 2?
(a) A cowboy hat.
(b) A straw hat.
(c) A baseball cap.
(d) A bowler hat.

5. At the opening of the play, what do Ambrose and Mr. Vandergelder fight about?
(a) Mr. Vandergelder's daughter.
(b) Mr. Vandergelder's taxes.
(c) Ambrose's lack of ethics.
(d) Ambrose's loud dog.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 2, how many custom-made items do Cornelius and Barnaby claim to want?

2. According to Mrs. Levi, Mr. Vandergelder's should-be bride's father is a what?

3. In Act 2, Cornelius praises what in his speech to the audience?

4. What is Mrs. Malloy's marriage status?

5. According to Mrs. Malloy, marriage offers excellent _______.

(see the answer key)

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