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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Cecily pay no attention to, according to Jack?
(a) The advances of boys
(b) His warnings
(c) Her lessons
(d) Her spending

2. According to Algernon, what do the lower classes lack a sense of?
(a) Respect for their betters
(b) Duty to country
(c) Moral responsibility
(d) History

3. What item did Jack leave in Algernon's house the last time he called?
(a) A cigarette case
(b) An engagement ring
(c) His hat
(d) A book

4. Why does Jack neglect to tell Gwendolen about the existence of Cecily?
(a) He cannot explain their relationship
(b) He fears she would be jealous
(c) He would have to reveal his true name
(d) She has not asked

5. To whom does Jack let his town house much of the year?
(a) Lady Bloxham
(b) John Merrick
(c) Cecily
(d) His brother

Short Answer Questions

1. What most attracts Gwendolyn to "Ernest"?

2. What does Gwendolyn's brother ask all of his girlfriends?

3. In terms of playing music, what is Algernon's forte?

4. Which of the following is not a condition that Jack and Algernon consider to kill Ernest?

5. According to Algernon, what is the essence of romance?

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