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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The portrait portion of the play is synonymous with which of the following?
(a) A biography.
(b) A dedication.
(c) A memoir.
(d) A photo.

2. Which of the following terms best describes the marriage of Sir Peter Teazle and Lady Teazle?
(a) Convenient.
(b) Stormy.
(c) Arranged.
(d) Blissful.

3. Which of the following is a witty remark made by Benjamin Backbite that Crabtree is able to share with the gossip group?
(a) None. Crabtree does not remember any of Backbite's witty remarks.
(b) "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush."
(c) "You can kill two birds with one stone."
(d) "A stitch in time saves nine."

4. What are members of the audience for the play advised that appearances are capable of doing?
(a) Overwhelming.
(b) Discouraging.
(c) Impressing.
(d) Deceiving.

5. What is the "Portrait" portion of a play written during this period supposed to give the audience prior to the beginning of a play presentation?
(a) A description of the characters.
(b) A rundown of all the acts and scenes.
(c) An idea of the purpose of the play.
(d) Biographical information on the cast and crew.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose words are used in the prologue to the play?

2. What novel is alluded to in the Prologue?

3. Who does Rowley tell Sir Peter has returned from India toward the end of Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What qualifies the individual to be honored in the portrait portion of the play?

5. Who does the speaker of "A Portrait" address?

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