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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Goring say he didn't propose to Mabel sooner?
(a) He didn't realize he is in love with her.
(b) He wasn't ready.
(c) He never got the chance.
(d) He was afraid of being refused.

2. What does Sir Robert say this century worships?
(a) Wealth.
(b) Social standing.
(c) An unfair God.
(d) Power.

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

4. Who puts the lights out at the end of Act 1?
(a) Mason.
(b) Sir Robert.
(c) Goring.
(d) Lady Chiltern.

5. What does Goring say is always unscrupulous?
(a) The government.
(b) Ambition.
(c) Politics.
(d) Women.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Mrs. Cheveley, what do Englishmen always get after a good meal?

2. How does Lord Goring describe seeing Mrs. Cheveley at the Chiltern's party?

3. How does Mrs. Cheveley reply to Sir Robert when he asks, "What brought you into my life?"

4. Why does Lady Chiltern say she'll always love Sir Robert in Act 1, Part 3?

5. Who proposes to Mabel before Goring does so in Act 4?

(see the answer key)

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