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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What plan does Hugo reveal to Isabelle in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) He wants Lady India to fall in love with Frederic.
(b) He wants Isabelle to fall in love with Frederic.
(c) He wants Frederic to fall in love with Isabelle.
(d) He wants Frederic to fall in love with Lady India.

2. Messerschmann offers to pay Isabelle if she agrees to do what?
(a) Marry Hugo.
(b) Marry Frederic.
(c) Join his ballet company.
(d) Leave the chateau.

3. Why is Isabelle upset by Hugo's announcement at the beginning of Act 3?
(a) She will be embarrassed if he reveals her true identity.
(b) She wants people to know her true identity.
(c) She does not want her mother to know about Hugo's plan.
(d) She does not want the ball to end.

4. What is the main theme of this play?
(a) Various perceptions of love.
(b) Various perceptions of the value of money.
(c) Mistaken identities.
(d) The danger of falling in love.

5. What is Diana's general attitude regarding money?
(a) She despises money.
(b) She despises the poor.
(c) She pretends not to care about money.
(d) She thinks money can buy her anything she wishes.

Short Answer Questions

1. With whom is Madame Desmortes angry in Act 3, Scene 2?

2. What was Messerschmann's former profession?

3. What does Joshua promise Messerschmann at the end of Act 3, Scene 1?

4. Who confirms that no one suspects Hugo's plan?

5. Which character does Isabelle's mother believe is in love with Isabelle?

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