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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Algernon, what is the essence of romance?
(a) Passion
(b) Uncertainty
(c) Fidelity
(d) Consistency

2. Which of these is not an occasion when Chasuble has preach his sermon on manna?
(a) Weddings
(b) Festal Days
(c) Confirmations
(d) Christenings

3. How does Merriman grab the attention of the lovers when Lady Bracknell arrives?
(a) Shouting
(b) Slamming the door
(c) Whistling
(d) Coughing

4. Upon finding out the Cecily is Mr. Worthing's ward, how old does Gwendolen wish Cecily was?
(a) Sixty
(b) Forty-two
(c) Eight
(d) Sixteen

5. Where in Victoria Station was the handbag with Jack in it discovered?
(a) A train compartment
(b) A cloak room
(c) A platform
(d) A news kiosk

Short Answer Questions

1. What tactic do Cecily and Gwendolen decide to enact with their suitors?

2. What does Gwendolen beg Cecily to call her after they realize they are deceived?

3. What German writer is Cecily studying at the top of Act II?

4. What relation is not popular at the present time?

5. With what Duchess does Lady Bracknell share a list of eligible English bachelors?

(see the answer key)

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