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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. What is Madame Desmortes' primary interest, regarding Isabelle?
(a) Her romantic past.
(b) Her lineage.
(c) Her wealth.
(d) Her age.

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

3. Why does Hugo believe he is a better match for Diana than Frederic?
(a) Hugo's irresponsibility fits hers better than Frederic's responsiblilty.
(b) Hugo's laziness fits hers better than Frederic's strong work ethic.
(c) Hugo's callous behavior fits hers better than Frederic's kind nature.
(d) Hugo's sense of humor fits hers better than Frederic's seriousness.

4. Who does Madame Desmortes question about Isabelle?
(a) Messerschmann.
(b) Isabelle's mother.
(c) Romainville.
(d) Isabelle's daughter.

5. For what does Madame Desmortes congratulate Romainville?
(a) For his beautiful niece, Diana.
(b) For his beautiful niece, Lady India.
(c) For his upcoming marriage.
(d) For his beautiful niece, Isabelle.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Madame Desmortes react to Hugo's secret?

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

3. Of what is Isabelle afraid in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. Who is Romainville?

5. Who is asked to help manage the guests at the ball?

Short Essay Questions

1. In what way does Hugo want to expand his plan in Act 2 to unite Frederic with Isabelle?

2. Describe the relationships between Patrice, Lady India, and Messerschmann as the play begins.

3. Why is Madame Desmortes worried about the appearance of impropriety regarding Messerschmann's presence at her estate?

4. Why is Isabelle sad, after she and Messerschmann tear up his ready cash?

5. Why does Madame Desmortes question Romainville about Isabelle's lineage, and what answer does she receive?

6. What is Isabelle's attitude toward taking payment from Hugo after performing as directed at the ball?

7. Which characters in this play represent "old money," and which characters represent "new money?"

8. 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?

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

10. What news does Romainville bring regarding Isabelle's mother and Capulet? What are the implications of this news?

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