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

2. Where does Frederic sleep?
(a) In the roses below Hugo's window.
(b) In the rhododendrons below Diana's window.
(c) In the rhododendrons below Hugo's window.
(d) In the roses below Diana's window.

3. Who gives Isabelle etiquette lessons?
(a) Frederic.
(b) Romainville.
(c) Madame Desmortes.
(d) Joshua.

4. Why is Hugo irritated when Isabelle's mother appears after the etiquette lessons?
(a) He had asked her to stay out of sight.
(b) He had sent her back to the hotel.
(c) She is prettier than Isabelle.
(d) She follows a strange diet.

5. Lady India is a cousin to whom?
(a) Madame Desmortes.
(b) Diana.
(c) The twins.
(d) Joshua.

Short Answer Questions

1. What will be Isabelle's reward for doing as Hugo requests regarding the event at the chateau?

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

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

4. When Frederic appears, what does he ask Joshua?

5. What secret is shared by Patrice and Lady India?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Patrice challenge Hugo to a duel?

2. How do the romantic schemes of Madame Desmortes ultimately play out?

3. What message comes to Messerschmann by telegram at the end of the play?

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

5. How does Joshua respond to Messerschmann's biblical story?

6. What does Messerschmann vow to do to help his daughter?

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

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

9. What does Isabelle say to Frederic after her fight with Diana when she thinks he is Hugo? What is the result of her confusion?

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

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