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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which direction within the room does Sir Peter head when Joseph is called out of the room?
(a) Into the closet.
(b) Toward the fireplace.
(c) Toward the screen behind which Lady Teazle is hiding.
(d) Under the bed.

2. What is Lady Teazle wanting to buy?
(a) A gold locket.
(b) A French poodle.
(c) Silverware.
(d) Expensive new fashions.

3. Following Sir Peter's arrival at Joseph's house, who arrives to speak with Joseph Surface?
(a) Charles Surface.
(b) Benjamin Backbite.
(c) Rowley.
(d) Lady Sneerwell.

4. What is going on between Sir Peter and Lady Teazle at the beginning of Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) They are arguing.
(b) They are considering separating.
(c) They discuss having a baby.
(d) They are talking aboout getting married.

5. Toward whom does Lady Teazle shift the blame for her own desire to live the best life that money can buy?
(a) Mrs. Candour.
(b) Joseph Surface.
(c) Sir Peter Teazle.
(d) Lady Sneerwell.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sir Peter decide to do about his suspicions about Lady Teazle?

2. Why does Sir Peter think Lady Teazle should be happy with anything he gives her?

3. How does Charles feel when he and Sir Peter enact Sir Peter's scheme?

4. Where do Sir Peter and Lady Teazle go at the end of Act 2, Scene 1?

5. What does Lady Teazle hope for at the end of Act 4, Scene 3?

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