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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. According to Mrs. Marchmont, who throws tedious parties?
(a) Sir Robert.
(b) Lord Caversham.
(c) Mrs. Cheveley.
(d) The Hartlocks.

2. How does Lord Goring describe seeing Mrs. Cheveley at the Chiltern's party?
(a) A blast from the past.
(b) An unpleasant surprise.
(c) A welcome diversion.
(d) A heart wrenching event.

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

4. According to Lady Markby, what about Sir John has become unbearable?
(a) His constant talking.
(b) His temper.
(c) His drinking.
(d) His weight.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sir Robert say this century worships?

2. In what season does Mrs. Cheveley say people are either hunting for husbands or hiding from them?

3. Who takes charge of the item Mabel finds in the couch?

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

5. How does Sir Robert reply to Lady Chiltern in Act 1, Part 3 when she asks about his change of view on the report from the Commission regarding the Argentine Canal scheme?

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