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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. How does Bernard first mislead Hannah?
(a) He lies about his job.
(b) He lies about his work on Byron.
(c) He lies about his relationship with Chloe.
(d) He lies about his name.

2. Who enters the scene uninvited?
(a) Brice.
(b) Chater.
(c) Byron.
(d) Noakes.

3. Why does Septimus describe Noakes as the serpent in the garden?
(a) Because Noakes tried to lead Septimus into temptation.
(b) Because Noakes discovered Septimus' tryst and told others about it.
(c) Because Noakes discovered Mrs. Chater with Byron, but accused Septimus instead.
(d) Because Noakes is dishonest.

4. Thomasina is supposed to be studying
(a) Physics.
(b) Romantic Poetry.
(c) Chemistry.
(d) Algebra.

5. Why does Valentine suggest Bernard did not receive a reply to his letter from Lord Croom?
(a) It was typewritten, and Lord Croom did not read those letters.
(b) It was illegible.
(c) It was typewritten, and Lord Croom thought it was a bill.
(d) It was typewritten, and Lord Croom thought it was a manuscript.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Bernard think Byron engaged in a duel at Sidley Park?

2. Brice accuses Septimus of ___________.

3. What is the one word Valentine repeats in her first two entrances?

4. Septimus describes carnal embrace as _______________________.

5. Who is Mr. Noakes?

(see the answer key)

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