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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many counties can one see from the hills of around the manor?
(a) Six
(b) Four
(c) Five
(d) Three

2. Which of the following is not an aspect of Algernon's character that Jack assails when he tells him to leave the manner
(a) His style of dress
(b) His vanity
(c) His conduct
(d) His appetite

3. Why does Algernon claim he left London before Monday?
(a) He has an equestrian event to attend
(b) He cannot stand the city during the weekends
(c) He has an appointment on Monday he wants to miss
(d) He must visit his invalid friend

4. According to Grigsby, who generally pays outstanding debts for the debtor?
(a) Their spouse
(b) Their relations
(c) The Church
(d) A creditor

5. How does Cecily have letters from Ernest?
(a) She wrote them herself
(b) Algernon wrote them
(c) Other boys wrote them and she changed the name
(d) Jack wrote them

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

7. What attribute of Ernest does Cecily love?
(a) His taste
(b) His name
(c) His hair
(d) All of the above

8. With what does Grigsby present Algernon?
(a) A bible
(b) A sherry
(c) A bill
(d) His luggage

9. What does Cecily do with the scissors?
(a) Cut a thread from the hem of her skirts
(b) Cut a rose for Algernon
(c) Scare off Algernon's advances
(d) Prune a bush while Algernon eats

10. 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

11. What does Gwendolen beg Cecily to call her after they realize they are deceived?
(a) Gwen
(b) Sister
(c) Mother
(d) Friend

12. Why does Gwendolyn decline sugar in her tea?
(a) She fears poisoning
(b) She prefers lemon
(c) It is out of style
(d) It is too rich

13. How does Jack describe Algernon's eating in times of distress?
(a) Heartless
(b) Disgusting
(c) Selfish
(d) Foolish

14. About whom has Algernon - as Ernest - been talking to Cecily?
(a) Jack
(b) Miss Prism
(c) Lady Bracknell
(d) Bunbury

15. How many pounds does Ernest owe the Savoy?
(a) 1,084
(b) 1,560
(c) 255
(d) 762

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Algernon suggest Jack not get christened?

2. What, according to Miss Prism, does Socialism lead to?

3. What mission does Algernon give Cecily?

4. What ailment does Cecily claim Miss prism has?

5. When the Cecily and Gwendolen both discover that each is engaged to Ernest, what do they compare?

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