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

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom does Goring say "Fashion is what one wears oneself. What is unfashionable is what other people wear"?

2. Who does Mabel say is the most ornamental person in London?

3. What good news does Goring deliver to Lady Chiltern in Act 4, Part 1?

4. What is Tommy Trafford's occupation?

5. What proof does Goring have that Mrs. Cheveley had stolen the brooch?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What purpose does the character of Caversham serve? What comment does Wilde use him to make? Provide examples from the play.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Goring's and Sir Robert's discussion in Act 2, Part 1, regarding Sir Robert's indiscretion as he started his career offers some insight into Wilde's opinions about power and the pursuit of success. What point do you think Wilde is trying to make concerning power and success in this play? Use examples to support your answer.

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