The Way of the World Test | Final Test - Easy

Final Test

This test consists of 15 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. Why did Mirabell pretend to love Lady Wishfort?
a) To disguise his true feelings for Mrs. Millamant.
b) To show the world what a stud he was.
c) To get her money.
d) To make fun of her.

2. What is the purpose of this play's prologue?
a) To encourage other poets.
b) To instruct the audience about love.
c) To set the stage for a 'rant' against society.
d) To introduce Congreve and his play.

3. What does Congreve believe about good satirists?
a) They should enjoy their power.
b) They have the obligation to discuss sexual topics in a funny way.
c) They should keep their subjects anonymous.
d) They have the freedom to lampoon the...
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