The Way of the World Quiz

William Congreve

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

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

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 feels relief that he didn't argue with Lady Wishfort.

She is indifferent to his proposal.

2.

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

They are gossip mongers.

They are unscrupulous.

Because they want to connect famous people with the characters.

They have no training in theater arts.

3.

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

She says Witwoud and Petulant have arrived.

She announces Sir Rowland.

She helps Lady Wishfort dress.

She asks Mrs. Marwood to keep the men company.

4.

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

She asks Mrs. Marwood to receive her guests.

She asks her help in dressing.

She asks Mrs. Marwood to keep Witwoud and Petulant company.

She asks her to accompany her to dinner.

5.

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

Of all trades.

Lover.

Planner.

Schemer.

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