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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Act 2, Scene 1 illustrates that no matter what a man does to find a good wife, which of the following may occur?
(a) The wife whom he finds may turn out bad anyway.
(b) He may find that there are not any prospects suitable enough to marry.
(c) He may just find the type of woman he seeks.
(d) The wife whom he finds may turn out better than he ever expected.

2. Why is the speaker of the Prologue important?
(a) He is not important.
(b) He was the co-owner of Drury Lane at the time.
(c) He wrote the play.
(d) He is the main character in the play.

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

4. Maria considers Lady Teazle to be which of the following types during her meeting with Joseph at the gossipers' gathering?
(a) A best friend.
(b) A co-hostess to Lady Sneerwell.
(c) An intruder.
(d) A shy wallflower.

5. Why does Sir Peter think Lady Teazle should be happy with anything he gives her?
(a) Because she loves him.
(b) Because she grew up poor.
(c) Because she is never happy.
(d) Because he loves her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Sir Peter shocked and appalled to witness when he arrives at the gathering?

2. According to Mr. Moses, whom has Charles Surface asked for a loan?

3. Why does Maria leave at the end of Act 1, Scene 1?

4. What does the speak of "A Portrait" say often misleads people?

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

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