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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Lady Teazle and Joseph Surface share?
(a) An interest in Mozart's musical compositions.
(b) A strong dislike for Benjamin Backbite.
(c) Plans to spend some time together.
(d) A joke about Mrs. Candour.

2. When Sir Peter leaves the gossipers' gathering at the home of Lady Sneerwell, what does he claim to have left behind?
(a) His spectacles.
(b) His character.
(c) His amusement.
(d) His pocket watch.

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

4. What is Sir Peter shocked and appalled to witness when he arrives at the gathering?
(a) Clergymen leading the gossip session.
(b) The incessant gossip and slander that is taking place.
(c) Insults exchanged between Lady Sneerwell and Mrs. Candour.
(d) Children in attendance at the gathering.

5. Whom is the playwright honoring via the portrait portion of the play?
(a) Leonard Crabtree.
(b) Dr. Everett Treadway.
(c) Frances Anne Crewe.
(d) Diana Bates.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long have Sir Peter Teazle and Lady Teazle been married?

2. Who speaks in "A Portrait"?

3. What are members of the audience for the play advised that appearances are capable of doing?

4. 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?

5. Why does Sir Peter dislike everyone at the party?

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