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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What political affiliation does Jack claim?
(a) Liberal Unionist
(b) Social Democrat
(c) Whig
(d) Indifferent

2. With what Duchess does Lady Bracknell share a list of eligible English bachelors?
(a) York
(b) Bolton
(c) Kent
(d) Marlborough

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

4. What participle does Jack inadvertently substitute for "married" when he attempts to say "We must get married at once"?
(a) Stationed
(b) Plastered
(c) Christened
(d) Buried

5. What has Gwendolyn asked Lady Bracknell to refrain from?
(a) Berating the servants publicly
(b) Abruptly reentering rooms
(c) Quoting scripture
(d) Pocketing silverware

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is growing too attached to Ernest, in Jack's opinion?

2. When does Jack take the name of Ernest?

3. What item does Gwendolen take with her as she leaves?

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

5. Where does Algernon suggest dining instead of the Savoy?

(see the answer key)

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