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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Goring say people are pleased to find out about other people's secrets?
(a) It makes them feel better.
(b) They like juicy gossip.
(c) It distracts public attention from their own.
(d) It gives them something to talk about.

2. In Act 1, Part 2, what does Mrs. Cheveley say everyone has?
(a) A price.
(b) Power.
(c) A weakness.
(d) A dark side.

3. In Act 1, Part 1, what is needed at the embassy to prevent the ambassador from being recalled?
(a) A good chef.
(b) A proper invitation.
(c) Proper manners.
(d) Good security.

4. What is the message in the letter that Mrs. Cheveley plans to blackmail Sir Robert with?
(a) It says Sir Robert fixed his election.
(b) It says Sir Robert cheated on his college exams.
(c) It says to buy Suez Canal shares.
(d) It says Sir Robert had an affair with Mrs. Cheveley.

5. If Sir Robert meets Mrs. Cheveley's demands, what will she give him with the prettiest thanks?
(a) The letter.
(b) A recommendation to the House of Commons.
(c) Money.
(d) A kiss.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Mrs. Cheveley say talks more and says less than anybody she's ever met?

2. What does Mabel tell Lady Chiltern is very unbecoming on Goring?

3. Who does Mrs. Cheveley say taught her to play fairly when one has the winning cards?

4. According to Lady Markby, what about Sir John has become unbearable?

5. What does Goring say it's a good thing for most of us that life is not?

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