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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. In Act 1, Part 1, what is needed at the embassy to prevent the ambassador from being recalled?
(a) Proper manners.
(b) A good chef.
(c) A proper invitation.
(d) Good security.

2. Why does Sir Robert think it would be useless for Goring to talk to Lady Chiltern about life?
(a) She's not smart enough to understand.
(b) She already knows everything there is to know.
(c) Nothing could make her change her views.
(d) She won't believe Goring.

3. In Act 1, Part 1, why does Lord Caversham call Goring a good-for-nothing?
(a) Goring has a dull job.
(b) Goring is a thief.
(c) Caversham hates Goring.
(d) Goring leads an idle life.

4. Why can't Goring stay longer at the Chiltern's in Act 1, Part 3?
(a) He has to work the next day.
(b) He's bored.
(c) He promised to stop by the Harlocks'.
(d) He is tired.

5. Who takes charge of the item Mabel finds in the couch?
(a) Mrs. Chiltern.
(b) Goring.
(c) Mabel.
(d) Sir Robert.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the tapestry that remains illuminated after the lights are put out at the end of Act 1?

2. What does Mabel find in the sofa, hidden by a cushion?

3. What does Sir Robert offer Mrs. Cheveley in Act 1, Part 2?

4. According to Goring, what can't women discover?

5. Who says, "I always pass on good advice. It is the only thing to do with it."

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