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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what reason does Mrs. Cheveley say she returned to London in Act 1, Part 1?

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

3. In Act 2, Part 1, what event does Goring tell Sir Robert he'll be attending that evening?

4. In Act 1, Part 1, how is Goring described?

5. Who wrote the letter Mrs. Cheveley plans to blackmail Sir Robert with?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Mabel angry with Goring in Act 4, Part 1?

2. In Act 2, Part 2, what does Goring say to criticize Lady Chiltern?

3. How does Goring finally get Mrs. Cheveley to give him Sir Robert's letter?

4. What reason does Lady Markby give for the people in the park not looking so fresh?

5. What is Goring's reaction to Mabel's revelation in Act 1, Part 1, that she does not like Mrs. Cheveley?

6. Why does Sir Robert think someone has been listening in on his conversation with Goring while he's at Goring's house?

7. Why does Goring tell Lady Chiltern that no one is incapable of foolish actions in Act 2, Part 2?

8. What benefits does Sir Robert claim to have gained from his success?

9. What does Goring say is the purpose of visiting someone?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Wilde uses two dimensional characters for a specific purpose in this play. What is that purpose? Who are the two dimensional characters? How do they support your idea of the purpose of two dimensional characters?

Essay Topic 2

Wilde is a master of using little details that initially seem insignificant to make important points. Name three instances in which he uses small details to make a point. Identify each detail and discuss what Wilde uses the detail to say.

Essay Topic 3

How does Wilde use foreshadowing in An Ideal Husband? Name some instances of foreshadowing and what events or elements of the play they foreshadow. What purpose does Wilde's use of foreshadowing serve?

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