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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Sir Peter believe was too liberal with Charles?
(a) Sir Oliver, Charles's uncle.
(b) Maria.
(c) Sir Peter.
(d) Joseph.

2. According to the information included in the prologue, what is the rate of probability that the playwright will succeed in attempting to address the issue of focus in the play?
(a) Highly likely to achieve.
(b) Likely to achieve.
(c) Unlikely to achieve.
(d) Impossible to achieve.

3. Why is the argument ended?
(a) Because they love each other.
(b) Joseph arrives.
(c) Sir Oliver intrudes.
(d) Lady Teazle has an appointment.

4. Once the party in Act 1, Scene 1 is assembled, who do they begin gossiping about?
(a) Sir Peter.
(b) Sir Oliver.
(c) Charles.
(d) Joseph.

5. Where are members of the audience for the play advised to look to find the true worth of an individual?
(a) Beneath the surface.
(b) Local psychic's parlor.
(c) In a lateral or even position.
(d) Over the top.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the information in the prologue, in which way is the playwright approaching the issue of focus in the play?

2. What are two activities that Charles Surface is notorious for engaging in?

3. Whose arrival is announced to Sir Peter?

4. In one word, what is the subject of the play?

5. Who does Rowley tell Sir Peter has returned from India toward the end of Act 1, Scene 2?

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