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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Captain Absolute's disguise?
(a) an old maid.
(b) a woman.
(c) a poor enlisted soldier.
(d) an old man.

2. What will Lydia lose if she marries Beverly?
(a) Her mind.
(b) Her sassiness.
(c) Her independence.
(d) Her inheritance.

3. Where does Act I, Scene II take place?
(a) In Sir Anthony's town house.
(b) The dressing room of Lydia's Aunt Malaprop.
(c) In Julia's bedroom.
(d) In the living room.

4. What does Julia discuss in the second part of the prologue?
(a) her ideas about love.
(b) her wardrobe.
(c) her ideal husband.
(d) the differences between comedy and tragedy.

5. Who is Sir Absolute's son?
(a) Captain Jacob.
(b) Captain Jefferson.
(c) Captain John.
(d) Captain Jack.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Lucius kiss?

2. Are Mr. Faulkland and Jack good friends?

3. What play is this for Richard Sheridan?

4. Finish the quote: "Can a comedy...."

5. Who does Captain Absolute give money to?

(see the answer key)

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