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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Has Joseph lost anything following Sir Peter's confrontation with him?
(a) His pet dog, Beamer.
(b) His gold pocket watch.
(c) Lady Teazle.
(d) His wallet.

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

3. In the prologue to the play, what is noted as not being necessary to bring into the world?
(a) More population.
(b) More misery.
(c) More compassion.
(d) More scandal.

4. What were playwrights trying to build through the use of prologues during the historical time period in which the play was written?
(a) Fame and fortune for themselves.
(b) Sympathy for and interest in the subject matter.
(c) A decent level of trust with the audience.
(d) Interest in a favorite charitable project of the playwright.

5. Whose portrait does Sir Oliver point to with interest to buy?
(a) His own portrait.
(b) Joseph Surface's portrait.
(c) Eldridge Surface's portrait.
(d) Amy Surface's portrait.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Charles's purpose for holding an auction?

2. How do Sir Peter and Sir Oliver greet each other in Act 2, Scene 3?

3. Why does Sir Oliver decide to impersonate Stanley?

4. In what type of lifestyle does Sir Peter decide that he will allow his wife, Lady Teazle to live?

5. Which of the following represents Mr. Moses' heritage?

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