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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, "As a rule, everybody turns out to be somebody else"?
(a) Goring.
(b) Lady Chiltern.
(c) Lady Markby.
(d) Mabel.

2. In Act 1, Part 3, what does Goring say is "never of any use to oneself"?
(a) A keen wit.
(b) Good advice.
(c) Money.
(d) Politics.

3. 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?
(a) He has received proof that the Commission is wrong.
(b) He simply changed his mind.
(c) He believes the Commission was misinformed.
(d) He is angry and refuses to answer her.

4. In Act 1, Part 1, how is Goring described?
(a) As a dull aristocrat.
(b) As a flawless dandy.
(c) As an exceptional politician.
(d) As a clever, serious man.

5. 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) Good security.
(d) A proper invitation.

Short Answer Questions

1. Fill in the blank. Goring says, "Everything is dangerous, my dear fellow. If it wasn't so, ________."

2. In Act 1, Part 2, who says, "I like tedious, practical subjects. What I don't like are tedious, practical people"?

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

4. How well did Goring know Mrs. Cheveley in the past?

5. How long does Lady Chiltern say it's been since she and Vicomte De Nanjac last saw each other?

(see the answer key)

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