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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why will Cecily not allow Algernon to read her diary?
(a) It is all about him
(b) She intends to publish it
(c) It is in secret language
(d) It is improper

2. What does Jack jokingly demand of Algernon after he discovers they are brothers?
(a) His house
(b) Money
(c) Respect
(d) A kiss

3. How does Cecily characterize Algernon's corroboration of Jack's claim to having a brother?
(a) Inadvertent
(b) Noble
(c) Sweet
(d) Duplicitous

4. In what perpetual state is Algernon, according to Jack?
(a) Lecherous
(b) Hungry
(c) Broke
(d) Gossipy

5. What does Chasuble fear Jack will do after Miss Prism's tale?
(a) Attack her
(b) Fire her
(c) Kill himself
(d) Faint

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Lady Bracknell return to the manor house in the last moment of the play?

3. Which of the following is not a defining feature of the handbag mentioned by Miss Prism

4. What is Miss Prism's first name?

5. What is the last sticking point for Cecily and Gwendolen in terms of marrying the men?

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