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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. To what flower does the author compare Mrs. Cheveley?
(a) An orchid.
(b) A tulip.
(c) A rose.
(d) A daisy.

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

4. Who wrote the letter Mrs. Cheveley plans to blackmail Sir Robert with?
(a) Lady Chiltern.
(b) Baron Arnheim.
(c) Goring.
(d) Sir Robert.

5. What does Mrs. Cheveley consider fame on the continent for Sir Robert in Act 1, Part 1?
(a) He is recognized by many people.
(b) His name is spelled right in the newspaper.
(c) He is a politician.
(d) He has a beautiful wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Mabel, what is London society comprised of?

2. What does Lady Chiltern demand that Sir Robert do immediately, in Act 1, Part 3?

3. During the Chiltern's dinner party, where does Mrs. Cheveley say she will be the next night at half past eleven?

4. According to Mrs. Marchmont, who throws tedious parties?

5. At the Chiltern's dinner party, what does Mrs. Cheveley say cannot explain women?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Goring tell Lady Chiltern will happen if she allows Sir Robert to sacrifice his career?

2. Why does Mrs. Cheveley accuse Goring of being "absurdly English"?

3. Why doesn't Goring want a thoroughly sensible wife?

4. Why doesn't Goring think women are meant to judge?

5. How does Sir Robert initially react to the Prime Minister's offer of a seat in the cabinet?

6. What does Sir Robert do after Mrs. Cheveley brings up Baron Arnheim that shows he is uncomfortable with the whole conversation?

7. What conclusion did Sir Robert jump to when he found Mrs. Cheveley at Goring's house?

8. What does Goring say is the difference between mothers and fathers?

9. In Act 3, Part 2, what does Sir Robert say is the real motive behind Mrs. Cheveley blackmailing Sir Robert?

10. What does Goring want from Sir Robert in return for his getting the letter to Baron Arnheim back?

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