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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. According to the information in the prologue, in which way is the playwright approaching the issue of focus in the play?
(a) Casually examining.
(b) Foolishly attacking.
(c) Intelligently exploring.
(d) Scientifically researching.

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 does Sir Oliver plan to do when he meets with Charles?
(a) Disinherit him.
(b) Impersonate a money-lender, Mr. Premium.
(c) He does not plan to meet Charles.
(d) Loan him money.

4. What is the name of the man who has requested financial help from Charles Surface and Joseph Surface?
(a) Arthur.
(b) Winston.
(c) Blake.
(d) Stanley.

5. Which named character is sitting with Charles Surface at the beginning of Act 3, Scene 3?
(a) Joseph.
(b) Lady Teazle.
(c) Careless.
(d) Sir Peter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Sir Peter is concerned that Maria is intent on marrying which of the following characters?

2. Playwright Sheridan refers to Mr. Moses as which of the following?

3. How does the speaker feel about the subject of the play?

4. Whom did Sir Oliver used to sit around with and mock marriage?

5. Who arrives on the scene when Sir Oliver and Mr. Moses leave to check on Joseph and Charles Surface?

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