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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 3, what does Goring say is "never of any use to oneself"?
(a) Money.
(b) Politics.
(c) A keen wit.
(d) Good advice.

2. How long does Lady Chiltern say it's been since she and Vicomte De Nanjac last saw each other?
(a) Three weeks.
(b) Five years.
(c) Ten years.
(d) Three years.

3. What does Mrs. Cheveley tell Sir Robert won't survive a scandal?
(a) His social standing.
(b) His political career.
(c) His marriage.
(d) His friendship with Goring.

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

5. In Act 1, Part 2, what does Mrs. Cheveley say everyone has?
(a) A dark side.
(b) Power.
(c) A weakness.
(d) A price.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sir Robert say that sooner or later one must do in political life?

2. According to Mrs. Cheveley, what was considered excessively vulgar and middle class in the old days?

3. To what flower does the author compare Mrs. Cheveley?

4. How does Mrs. Cheveley reply to Sir Robert when he asks, "What brought you into my life?"

5. Why does Goring say people are pleased to find out about other people's secrets?

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