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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. Who arrives to hear Sir Peter's troubles with Lady Teazle in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Sir Peter.
(b) Rowley.
(c) Joseph.
(d) Charles.

2. What does Sir Peter blame his wife's behavior upon?
(a) Her desire for Joseph Surface.
(b) Spoiling her.
(c) Rowley's interference.
(d) Spending so much time with Lady Sneerwell and her associates.

3. How do most people feel about the subject of the play?
(a) They are indifferent.
(b) They are hurt by the gossip.
(c) They are eager to hear bad reports and gossip about people.
(d) They hate feeling responsible for others' pain.

4. In one word, what is the subject of the play?
(a) Love.
(b) Scandal.
(c) Monarchy.
(d) Perseverance.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In the beginning of Act 2, Scene 2, who enters Lady Sneerwell's house together?

2. In Act 1, Scene 2, who claims that Charles is an upright young man?

3. How do people's reactions to the subject of the play affect the subject itself?

4. Sir Peter would like for Maria to turn her attention away from Charles Surface, and toward which of the following?

5. How does Charles handle his business dealings?

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