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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Goring say he loves to talk about nothing?
(a) He doesn't like serious conversations.
(b) It's the only thing he knows anything about.
(c) Ladies love to talk about nothing, and he loves ladies.
(d) It's the only thing his friends know anything about.

2. What does Mrs. Cheveley want Sir Robert to say about the Argentine Canal project?
(a) It would be a great international value.
(b) It would be a waste of money.
(c) It would improve international relations.
(d) It is unsafe.

3. What does Sir Robert offer Mrs. Cheveley in Act 1, Part 2?
(a) A high position in London society.
(b) Any sum of money she wants.
(c) A brooch.
(d) A good word to Goring.

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

5. What is Lady Chiltern's first name?
(a) Mary.
(b) Elizabeth.
(c) Gertrude.
(d) Mildred.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says, "This is a game of life as we all have to play it"?

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

3. Where does Mrs. Cheveley say she got the letter containing the secret about Sir Robert?

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

5. In Act 1, Part 1, how is Goring described?

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