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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Ermengarde, where does nothing happen?
(a) Chicago.
(b) New York.
(c) Florida.
(d) Yonkers.

2. Mrs. Levi finds "pretty girls" unable to do what?
(a) "Speak ill of others."
(b) "Use their brain."
(c) "Attract a rich husband."
(d) "Improve their other advantages."

3. According to Mr. Vandergelder, what percentage of the world is "fools"?
(a) 100 percent.
(b) 90 percent.
(c) 25 percent.
(d) 50 percent.

4. Why does Malachi think Mr. Vandergelder wants to talk to the cabman?
(a) For advice.
(b) For directions.
(c) He looks like a relative.
(d) To buy a cab company.

5. What size is the hat Barnaby wears in Act 2?
(a) Large.
(b) Oversized.
(c) Small.
(d) Medium.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Vandergelder order in advance?

2. At the opening of the play, what do Ambrose and Mr. Vandergelder fight about?

3. What type of men does Mrs. Malloy always encounter?

4. Mr. Vandergelder is described as smelling of what?

5. In Act 2, how many custom-made items do Cornelius and Barnaby claim to want?

(see the answer key)

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