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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who says, "I always pass on good advice. It is the only thing to do with it."
(a) Sir Robert.
(b) Caversham.
(c) Goring.
(d) Lady Chiltern.

2. Who does Mrs. Cheveley tell Sir Robert advised her to invest in the Argentine Canal Company?
(a) Lady Chiltern.
(b) Her father.
(c) Goring.
(d) Baron Arnheim.

3. What is the name of the tapestry that remains illuminated after the lights are put out at the end of Act 1?
(a) Deception.
(b) The Triumph of Love.
(c) The Garden of Eden.
(d) Cupid's Arrow.

4. Which character says she's a little too old now to trouble about setting a good example?
(a) Lady Markby.
(b) Mrs. Cheveley.
(c) Mabel.
(d) Lady Chiltern.

5. What reason does Lord Caversham give for never going anywhere?
(a) He is disabled.
(b) No one invites him anywhere.
(c) He is sick of London society.
(d) His wife won't let him.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Act 2 take place?

2. After Mrs. Cheveley leaves the party at the Chiltern's, what does Mabel tell Goring they cannot talk about?

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

4. During Act 1, Part 2, what does Mrs. Cheveley say we all must do sooner or later?

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

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