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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What tone is immediately set for the play?
(a) a forelorn tone .
(b) a somber tone.
(c) a humorous tone.
(d) a sad tone.

2. By bribing the sergeant at law, who is Sheridan also bribing?
(a) his peers.
(b) his critics.
(c) the audience.
(d) his enemies.

3. What was occurring in English culture and literature as Sheridan wrote the play?
(a) When Sheridan wrote THE RIVALS, there was great debate about what type of drama should fill the English stage.
(b) The fashions and styles.
(c) A new styles or wiriting plays.
(d) The Black Plague totally killed the evolution of culture.

4. How long has Julia loved Mr. Faulkland?
(a) a couple of years.
(b) for a month.
(c) Since she was a child.
(d) Since he rescued her.

5. Who does Captain Absolute give money to?
(a) Lucy, Lydia's lady's maid.
(b) Mr. Faulkland.
(c) Julia.
(d) Beverly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mrs. Malaprop's pen name?

2. What does the attorney hand to the sergeant at law?

3. What movement was Sheridan a part of?

4. Where does Act I, Scene II take place?

5. What kind of comedy is this play?

(see the answer key)

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