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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. About how much money does "Ernest" owe the Savoy?
(a) 1000 pounds
(b) 700 pounds
(c) 500 pounds
(d) 200 pounds

2. What most attracts Gwendolyn to "Ernest"?
(a) His money
(b) His name
(c) His eyes
(d) His wit

3. Which of these is not a suggestion that Algernon makes as to what they should do after dinner?
(a) The Games House
(b) The Theatre
(c) The Empire
(d) The Club

4. In what town does the First Act take place?
(a) London
(b) Woolton
(c) Derby
(d) Shropshire

5. Why do servants steal more champagne in the houses of bachelors?
(a) There is less to do
(b) The servants are never as drunk as their masters
(c) The men are less observant
(d) The wine is better

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lady Bracknell describe as a "delicate exotic fruit?"

2. What type of sandwich does Algernon take from Lane?

3. Where does Lady Bracknell send Gwendolyn while she questions Jack?

4. What does Jack offer to present to Lady Bracknell in lieu of his parentage?

5. Where in Victoria Station was the handbag with Jack in it discovered?

(see the answer key)

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