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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 2, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What effect does tricking Blunt have on Phillippo?
(a) He become greedy and looks for other victims.
(b) He becomes aroused, and takes Lucetta to bed.
(c) He becomes aroused, and takes Angellica to bed.
(d) He becomes angry and beats Lucetta.

2. What does Moretta think of Willmore as he tries to seduce Angellica?
(a) He is rich and Angellica should treat him well.
(b) He is poor and Angellica should not be involved with him.
(c) He is worthy of Angellica's affection.
(d) He is going to rob them and kill them.

3. How does Belvile speak to the audience about his true feelings in Act 4, Scene 1?
(a) In a monologue.
(b) In soliloquy.
(c) In a double entendre.
(d) In an aside.

4. According to the playwright, the audience comes to see The Rover for what reason?
(a) The amazing acrobatics they will see.
(b) To be moved by the beautiful acting.
(c) To see the skimpy costumes.
(d) The witty comments they will be able to make after the play.

5. What is a "double entendre"?
(a) A word or phrase that is code for "I love you."
(b) A word or phrase that when spoken, has a clear, simple meaning, but in context is understood as having a sexual meaning as well.
(c) A plot twist that the audience knows will happen, while the characters remain oblivious.
(d) A deadly poison that can't be tasted.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hellena intend to get into the carnival?

2. Why is Florinda's servant unable to tell her who Pedro is about to confront for the duel?

3. Because he can see how much the duel with her brother is upsetting Florinda, what unexpected thing does Belvile do?

4. What deal does Belvile agree to with Antonio in order to gain his freedom?

5. As they are flirting with each other out on the street, how does Florinda reveal her true identity to Belvile?

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