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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Mr. Smith wish would marry his maid?
(a) William, the shop-assistant.
(b) A monophysite priest.
(c) Mr. Martin.
(d) The Fire Chief.

2. Which character does Mrs. Smith advise to read poetry before a mirror?
(a) Mr. Martin.
(b) Mrs. Martin.
(c) Mary.
(d) Mr. Smith.

3. Which mildly offensive word does Mrs. Smith begin to chant after Mr. Smith begins his bird name chant?
(a) Poo Poo.
(b) Doo doo.
(c) Darn it.
(d) Caca.

4. According to Mr. Smith, what will happen if one caresses a circle?
(a) It will melt.
(b) Nothing.
(c) One might face a vicious lawsuit in the morning.
(d) It will turn vicious.

5. How does the Fire Chief act in response to Mrs. Smith's request?
(a) He answers the door.
(b) He stands in front of the divan.
(c) He sits down without removing his helmet.
(d) He eats the scones, but does not pour the tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which line causes an abrupt break in the action?

2. How does Mr. Smith know the Fire Chief?

3. According to Mr. Smith, if a schoolmaster teaches his pupils to read, what does a cat do for its young?

4. How does Mrs. Smith respond to the Fire Chief's embarrassing comment?

5. What appears unusual about Mr. and Mrs. Martin's relationship during their first scene?

(see the answer key)

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