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) He may find that there are not any prospects suitable enough to marry.
(b) The wife whom he finds may turn out bad anyway.
(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. What is the topic of the conversation at the beginning of Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Lady Teazle's friendship with Lady Sneerwell.
(b) Sir Peter's poverty.
(c) They are not talking in Act 2, Scene 1.
(d) Sir Peter's unwillingness to spend money on the expensive new fashions that Lady Teazle wants.

3. Who is shocked by the gossip and slander at the party?
(a) Sir Peter.
(b) Joseph.
(c) Lady Sneerwell.
(d) Maria.

4. What is the point of a dedication, such as "A Portrait"?
(a) To give the audience an idea of the play.
(b) To provide background of the play.
(c) "A Portrait" is not a dedication.
(d) To give a short biography of the author.

5. How do Sir Peter and Sir Oliver greet each other in Act 2, Scene 3?
(a) They do not greet one another.
(b) Coldy.
(c) Indifferently.
(d) Warmly.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the information included in the prologue, what is the rate of probability that the playwright will succeed in attempting to address the issue of focus in the play?

2. What does the subject turn to early in Act 2, Scene 3?

3. How does Sir Oliver feel about Charles's offer?

4. What type of stories has Mr. Moses heard about Charles prior to the auction?

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

(see the answer key)

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