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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What time is it when the clock strikes 17 times at the beginning of the play?
(a) Seventeen o'clock.
(b) Seven o'clock.
(c) Twelve o'clock.
(d) Nine o'clock.

2. When traveling to London by train, in what class compartment does Mr. Martin ride?
(a) Coach.
(b) Engine.
(c) Second class.
(d) First class.

3. According to the Fire Chief, why can't he put out a fire at a naturalized citizen's house?
(a) They don't have the right to have their fires put out.
(b) They do not know how to make tea properly.
(c) They cannot be insured.
(d) They drive on the wrong side of the road.

4. What appears unusual about Mr. and Mrs. Martin's relationship during their first scene?
(a) They complete each other's sentences.
(b) They refuse to look at each other.
(c) They speak only to the Smiths, and not to each other.
(d) They do not recognize each other.

5. What excuse do the Martins give for their tardiness?
(a) They got lost.
(b) The train was late.
(c) None.
(d) Mary wouldn't answer the door.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Mr. Smith wish would marry his maid?

2. Which character admits to reading poetry before a mirror?

3. What inconsistencies exist about Mr. and Mrs. Watson's children?

4. According to Mrs. Smith, what was saltier than the soup?

5. Why is the Fire Chief disappointed?

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