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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Mr. Vandergelder enters Act 2 with whom?
(a) Cornelius.
(b) Mrs. Levi.
(c) Mrs. Molloy.
(d) Ambrose.

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

3. What does August do when Cornelius opens the champagne?
(a) Gives him a tip.
(b) Applauds his skill.
(c) Bursts into tears.
(d) Yells, "Opa!"

4. In Act 4, whose clothes is Barnaby wearing?
(a) Cornelius'.
(b) Mr. Vandergelder's.
(c) Mrs. Malloy's.
(d) Minnie's.

5. What type of straw does Mrs. Malloy offer Cornelius?
(a) American.
(b) Italian.
(c) French.
(d) Spanish.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Mr. Vandergelder, what percentage of the world is "fools"?

2. At whose home does Act 4 take place?

3. According to legend, Cornelius physically pulled who in a carriage?

4. Ambrose is in what mood at the beginning of Act 1?

5. In what location does Act 2 take place?

(see the answer key)

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