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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act 1, Part 1, how is Goring described?
(a) As a dull aristocrat.
(b) As a clever, serious man.
(c) As a flawless dandy.
(d) As an exceptional politician.

2. According to Mrs. Cheveley, what used to lend charm, or at least interest, to a man?
(a) Money.
(b) Humor.
(c) Scandals.
(d) Power.

3. What reason does Mrs. Cheveley give Sir Robert for not giving him time to consider her offer?
(a) She is impatient for his answer.
(b) The House of Commons won't wait for his speech.
(c) She has to telegraph Vienna that night.
(d) She is leaving the country.

4. During Act 1, Part 2, what does Mrs. Cheveley say we all must do sooner or later?
(a) Marry.
(b) Pay for what we do.
(c) Get older.
(d) Die.

5. For what reason does Mrs. Cheveley say she returned to London in Act 1, Part 1?
(a) To visit relatives.
(b) To see Lady Chiltern.
(c) To meet Sir Robert.
(d) To find a husband.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Lady Markby, what's better than light intellectual pressure?

2. In Act 1, Part 2, who says, "I like tedious, practical subjects. What I don't like are tedious, practical people"?

3. What is the message in the letter that Mrs. Cheveley plans to blackmail Sir Robert with?

4. According to Lady Chiltern, what is the only way that people should be judged?

5. If Sir Robert meets Mrs. Cheveley's demands, what will she give him with the prettiest thanks?

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