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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the playwright attempt to do with his writing of "The School for Scandal and Other Plays"?
(a) Get scandal under control.
(b) Entertain the masses.
(c) Encourage people to tolerate each other more.
(d) Attain wealth.

2. What novel is alluded to in the Prologue?
(a) The Red Badge of Courage.
(b) Pride and Prejudice.
(c) Don Quixote.
(d) Wuthering Heights.

3. What do the men in Act 3, Scene 3 sing?
(a) They do not sing.
(b) The national anthem.
(c) Hymns.
(d) Bawdy songs.

4. Why is Sheridan attacking this subject with his pen?
(a) To bring it under control.
(b) To spread the message.
(c) To gain fame.
(d) He does not attack this subject with his pen.

5. Who arrives on the scene when Sir Oliver and Mr. Moses leave to check on Joseph and Charles Surface?
(a) Snake.
(b) Lady Sneerwell.
(c) Miss Clackitt.
(d) Maria.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Sir Oliver respond to Charles's offer?

2. Who announces the arrival of Sir Oliver and Mr. Moses when they arrive at Charles' house to discuss his request for a loan?

3. What does Sir Oliver plan to do when he meets with Charles?

4. According to the information in the prologue, in which way is the playwright approaching the issue of focus in the play?

5. What does Sir Oliver ask Charles before agreeing to loan him money?

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