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The Way of the World | Quiz

William Congreve
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1)

Why did Mirabell and Mrs. Fainall choose Fainall as her husband? (from Act 2, Scene 2)

Because he was old and would probably die soon.
Because she loved him.
Because he loved her.
Because he was a liar and a cheat with a good reputation.
2)

Why did Congreve use the epilogue? (from Epilogue)

To urge the critics to praise his play.
It provided the opportunity for a pre-planned response to his critics.
It satisfied his need for self-justification.
To defy the critics by ranting against their analysis.
3)

Why does Lady Wishfort question Foible in her dressing room? (from Act 3, Scene 1)

Because Mrs. Marwood said she had seen Foible with Mirabell.
Because she believes Foible is having an affair.
Because believes everyone is conspiring against her.
Because Mrs. Marwood told her to.
4)

When Mrs. Millamant makes her first appearance on stage, Mrs. Millimant interacts with Mirabell and Mrs. Fainall. Which word best describes Mrs. Millamant's character after this scene? (from Act 2, Scene 2)

Foolish.
Cruel.
Cold.
Strong.
5)

Why is eavesdropping so successful in Act 3, Scene 1? (from Act 3, Scene 1)

Because the scene is necessary to add more intrigue to the play.
Because Mrs. Marwood needs to be told off.
Because the characters stand around and talk about their plans.
Because the characters needs to tell the audience what is going to happen next.
6)

How does Mrs. Millamant show her devilish attitude during her chat with Mrs. Marwood? (from Act 3, Scene 3)

She fusses at Mincing.
She makes remarks about Mrs. Marwood's age.
She demands Mrs. Marwood sing a song.
She states she doesn't believe Mrs. Marwood's relationships are noble.
7)

Who delivered the epilogue? (from Epilogue)

A special reader.
Congreve himself.
Congreve's wife.
The same actress who played Mrs. Millamant.
8)

Why does Congreve say these critics should be the subject of onstage satire? (from Epilogue)

Because they would retaliate.
Because they are not important enough to bother with.
Because this would inflate their sense of self-importance.
Because critics should not be made fun of since they hold a lot of power with the public.
9)

What does Lady Wishfort ask Mrs. Marwood to do after Foible's announcement? (from Act 3, Scene 2)

She asks her help in dressing.
She asks her to accompany her to dinner.
She asks Mrs. Marwood to receive her guests.
She asks Mrs. Marwood to keep Witwoud and Petulant company.
10)

Who is Sir Rowland? (from Act 3, Scene 1)

Mirabell's uncle.
Lady Wishfort's lover.
Foible's husband.
A knight of the realm.
11)

What has happened to Waitwell after Lady Wishfort discovers what he really is? (from Act 5, Scene 1)

Foible tries to kill him.
Mrs. Marwood berates him.
Mirabell fires him.
Fainall had him arrested.
12)

Why is Fainall upset with Mrs. Marwood at the end of Act 3, Scene 3? (from Act 3, Scene 3)

Because she spoiled his plans to get Mrs. Millamant's fortune.
Because his wife shouldn't be having an affair with Mirabell, so he is angry at the world.
Because she is clearly not in love with him.
Because he loves Mrs. Millamant.
13)

For what purpose are the cosmetics used in Act 3, Scene 1? (from Act 3, Scene 1)

As a way to disguise age.
As a symbol of how people cover themselves up.
As a device to mask one's feelings.
As a symbol of loose morals.
14)

Congreve's character Mirabell is a master ________ . (from Act 5, Scene 2)

Schemer.
Lover.
Planner.
Of all trades.
15)

Though Mrs. Millament doesn't act it, Mrs. Millamant actually ____________ Mirabell. (from Act 2, Scene 2)

Bores.
Dislikes.
Frustrates.
Loves.
16)

What qualities is the proposed marriage between Sir Rowland and Lady Wishfort rooted in? (from Act 4, Scene 2)

Falsehood, deceit and conformity with society's expectations.
Society's conception of marriage, illicit sex, and lies.
Adultery, deceit, and pretentiousness.
Vanity, greed and lies.
17)

What does Mrs. Millamant achieve when she renounces Mirabell? (from Act 5, Scene 2)

She pleases Lady Wishfort and retains her fortune.
She creates an out for Mirabell and destroys Lady Wishfort's plan to marry Sir Rowland.
She frustrates Mrs. Marwood and pleases Fainall.
She angers Sir Wilfull Witwoud and Fainall.
18)

How does Mrs. Millamant react to Mirabell's visit and finishing the poem she is reciting? (from Act 4, Scene 1)

She feels relief that he didn't argue with Lady Wishfort.
She feels hurt that he has asked for so many terms in the marriage proposal.
She professes her love for him to Mrs. Fainall when Mirabell leaves.
She is indifferent to his proposal.
19)

What is the consequence of the revelation made by Mirabell concerning Mrs. Fainall? (from Act 5, Scene 3)

Sir Wilfull decides to marry Lady Wishfort.
Lady Wishfort says she must give Mrs. Millamant to Mirabell.
Mrs. Millamant refuses to marry Sir Wilfull.
Fainall and Marwood become resigned to their failure.
20)

Why would tabloid reporters be unable to judge the play? (from Epilogue)

They have no training in theater arts.
Because they want to connect famous people with the characters.
They are gossip mongers.
They are unscrupulous.
21)

What does Foible do when she enters Lady Wishfort's dressing room? (from Act 3, Scene 2)

She helps Lady Wishfort dress.
She asks Mrs. Marwood to keep the men company.
She announces Sir Rowland.
She says Witwoud and Petulant have arrived.
22)

As Lady Wishfort steps out of the dining room to read a letter, what does Waitwell claim to Foible? (from Act 4, Scene 2)

He would rather be a chairman than Wishfort's husband.
He thinks Lady Wishfort is obsessed with sex.
He knows he is in over his head.
He is rather tired of this pretense.
23)

What kind of person is Sir Wilfull Witwoud? (from Act 3, Scene 3)

Happy-go-lucky.
Youthful and crude.
Genuine but uncultured.
Rude and pretentious.
24)

What purpose does the interaction between Sir Rowland and Lady Wishfort serve as they discuss marriage? (from Act 4, Scene 2)

To demonstrate the honesty of the two characters.
To convey Congreve's opinion of Restoration courtship.
As a caricature of courtship.
To conciliate their arrangement.
25)

What does Foible convince Lady Wishfort to announce about the uncle? (from Act 2, Scene 2)

He is coming to marry Mrs. Millamant.
He is coming to marry Mrs. Fainall.
He is coming to marry Lady Wishfort.
He is coming to marry Mrs. Marwood.
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