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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. What is Sir Oliver pleased to hear when Charles explains why he is not willing to sell his uncle's portrait for a large sum of money?
(a) That Charles holds him in high regard.
(b) That Mrs. Candour has embroidered a handkerchief for him.
(c) That Lady Sneerwell has invited him to a gossip session.
(d) That Joseph will be joining him for dinner.

2. How is Charles Surface known to handle his business dealings?
(a) In a flippant and careless way.
(b) In a calculating and devious way.
(c) In a very honest and straightforward way.
(d) In a timely and error-free way.

3. Who has appealed to Charles and Joseph for financial help?
(a) Snake.
(b) Trip.
(c) Stanley.
(d) Sir Peter.

4. What does Sir Peter ask Rowley not to tell his friend about?
(a) His marital strife.
(b) His feelings about Charles.
(c) Nothing.
(d) His marriage.

5. Aside from Sir Peter and Sir Oliver, who else is involved in devising a plan that will allow Sir Oliver to judge Charles and Joseph in an inconspicuous manner?
(a) Rowley.
(b) Crabtree.
(c) Mr. Moses.
(d) Snake.

Short Answer Questions

1. Everyone at the table can be considered as which of the following?

2. How does Joseph respond to Sir Oliver's request for money?

3. Who arrives at Joseph's house at the beginning of Act 5, Scene 1?

4. What is the benefit of looking beneath the surface, according to the speaker of "A Portrait"?

5. What does Trip offer Mr. Moses?

(see the answer key)

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