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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following emotions best describes Sir Walter's state when he first arrives at Allwit's home?
(a) Apathetic.
(b) Confused.
(c) Jealous.
(d) Amused.

2. What does Sir Walter threaten to do if he finds out that Allwit has slept with his wife?
(a) Drown Allwit's children.
(b) Marry someone else.
(c) Kill Allwit.
(d) Have Allwit arrested.

3. Why does Allwit ask the wet nurse to bring the new baby into his study?
(a) So that he can spit on it.
(b) So that he can kiss it.
(c) So that he can critique it.
(d) So that he can revile it.

4. How does Sir Walter feel about Wat and Nick?
(a) He does not know who they are.
(b) He wants nothing to do with them.
(c) He wishes he could raise them as his own.
(d) He secretly gives them money and gifts.

5. What is the name of the wealthy merchant that the Promoters work for?
(a) Mr. Poorhouse.
(b) Mr. Coinhouse.
(c) Mr. Moneybags.
(d) Mr. Beggerland.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are the Promoters searching for villagers?

2. How does Allwit react to the birth of his third child?

3. Which village worker does Allwit lie to and tell the promoters he is searching for?

4. Where does Allwit's new baby sleep?

5. Who is lecturing Moll on her flaws as a woman as the play opens?

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