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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. To what flower does the author compare Mrs. Cheveley?
(a) An orchid.
(b) A tulip.
(c) A daisy.
(d) A rose.

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 2, who says, "I like tedious, practical subjects. What I don't like are tedious, practical people"?
(a) Sir Robert.
(b) Mrs. Cheveley.
(c) Lord Caversham.
(d) Goring.

4. What secret does Mrs. Cheveley know about Sir Robert?
(a) He was once poor.
(b) He had an affair.
(c) He has an illegitimate child.
(d) The real origin of his wealth.

5. What does Mrs. Cheveley consider fame on the continent for Sir Robert in Act 1, Part 1?
(a) He is recognized by many people.
(b) He is a politician.
(c) His name is spelled right in the newspaper.
(d) He has a beautiful wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Sir Robert's initial response to Mrs. Cheveley's request concerning his speech?

2. What does Mrs. Cheveley tell Sir Robert she did not receive prizes for?

3. What does Sir Robert tell Mrs. Cheveley he thinks of the Argentine Canal Company when she first brings it up?

4. How does Mrs. Cheveley say she stays young and beautiful?

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

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