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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who claims she will marry Mr. Vandergelder, if asked?
(a) Mrs. Malloy.
(b) Mrs. Levi.
(c) Minnie.
(d) Ermengarde.

2. At the opening of the play, what do Ambrose and Mr. Vandergelder fight about?
(a) Mr. Vandergelder's taxes.
(b) Ambrose's loud dog.
(c) Mr. Vandergelder's daughter.
(d) Ambrose's lack of ethics.

3. What does Ambrose want, at the beginning of Act 1?
(a) To build a bridge.
(b) To earn fame and fortune.
(c) To marry Ermengarde.
(d) To buy Mr. Vandergelder's business.

4. How many entrances are available in Act 3?
(a) 0.
(b) 2.
(c) 1.
(d) 3.

5. What does Mrs. Levi tell Mr. Vandergelder to order for dinner in New York?
(a) Bagels and cream cheese.
(b) Steak and champagne.
(c) Pasta and cheese.
(d) Chicken and wine.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many entrance doorways are there in Act 2?

3. How much money does Cornelius have in Mr. Vandergelder's safe?

4. What does Mr. Vandergelder smoke at the beginning of the play?

5. What type of shoes does Minnie wear?

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