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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who confirms that no one suspects Hugo's plan?
(a) Frederic.
(b) Joshua.
(c) Madame Desmortes.
(d) Diana.

2. In whose honor is the ball being given?
(a) Madame Desmortes.
(b) Isabelle.
(c) Diana.
(d) Lady India.

3. Frederic says that he and his brother are different in what way?
(a) Their intelligence.
(b) Their appearance.
(c) Their wealth.
(d) Their hearts.

4. What is the relationship between Lady India and Messerschmann?
(a) She is his wife.
(b) She is his daughter.
(c) She is his aunt.
(d) She is his mistress.

5. Which character is well known for pranks?
(a) Messerschmann.
(b) Hugo.
(c) Frederic.
(d) Joshua.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Madame Desmortes' opinion of Diana?

2. Why does Isabelle apologize to Hugo in Act 1, Scene 2?

3. Romainville convinces Madame Desmortes of what, regarding Isabelle?

4. How has the scenery changed from Scene 1 to Scene 2?

5. What does Capulet promise to do at the end of Act 1, Scene 2?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Romainville upset at the end of Act 2?

2. What does Hugo tell Isabelle regarding her duties while at the chateau? What rewards will she receive if she complies?

3. How do Frederic's early actions and words in the play indicate his insecurity?

4. What do Hugo and Isabelle discuss at the beginning of Act 3, Scene 1?

5. Describe the strange sleeping habits of Frederic, along with a probable explanation for his behavior.

6. What does Messerschmann come to understand after Isabelle refuses his payment offer?

7. Under what pretense does Capulet rush back into the conservatory at the end of Act 1, Scene 2? What was her real reason for returning?

8. Which twin is older, and what conclusion does Joshua draw from the twins' birth order?

9. What information do Hugo and Capulet discuss with Madame Desmortes in Act 1, Scene 1, regarding Messerschmann?

10. Why does Messerschmann ask Joshua to keep his new wealth a secret, and how does this further the theme of the play?

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