The Importance of Being Earnest Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

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The Importance of Being Earnest Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what day is Jack leaving town?
(a) Sunday
(b) Tuesday
(c) Wednesday
(d) Monday

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

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

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

5. In what county is Jack's country house?
(a) Hertfordshire
(b) Cheshire
(c) Lincolnshire
(d) Bedfordshire

6. Which of these is not a description of the handbag in which Jack was found?
(a) It was torn at the side
(b) It was leather
(c) It had handles
(d) It was black

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

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

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

10. On what topic does Gwendolyn ask Jack to refrain from speaking?
(a) Love
(b) Politics
(c) Weather
(d) Horses

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

12. What does Algernon find decidedly unromantic?
(a) A Cucumber Sandwich
(b) Champagne
(c) A Proposal
(d) A Waltz

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

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

15. Where does "Ernest" have a country house?
(a) Brighton
(b) Lincoln
(c) Kensington
(d) Shropshire

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Jack?

2. What is the only thing that allows Algernon to put up with his relatives?

3. What is Lady Bracknell's first question for Jack?

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

5. Who are the most interesting people, according to Algernon?

(see the answer keys)

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