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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Maria leave at the end of Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) She cannot take hearing people discuss her love in such unflattering terms.
(b) She does not feel well.
(c) She has an appointment.
(d) She does not leave.

2. What opportunity does Sir Oliver see in Charles's plan?
(a) An opportunity to save the family portraits.
(b) He sees no opportunity.
(c) An opportunity to embarass Charles.
(d) An opportunity to learn about Charles.

3. Whom does Rowley believe that Lady Teazle has her heart and eyes set upon?
(a) Benjamin Backbite.
(b) Sir Oliver.
(c) Joseph Surface.
(d) Snake.

4. What does Sir Peter blame his wife's behavior upon?
(a) Spending so much time with Lady Sneerwell and her associates.
(b) Her desire for Joseph Surface.
(c) Spoiling her.
(d) Rowley's interference.

5. Based on the surroundings within his house, what type of money handler does Charles Surface appear to be?
(a) Charles is a tight-fisted fellow who does not part with his money frivolously.
(b) Charles Surface does not have any money to handle.
(c) He does not handle money well. He is a spendthrift.
(d) He is able to handle it in a conservative manner with the help of his accountant.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Stanley?

2. Sir Peter would like for Maria to turn her attention away from Charles Surface, and toward which of the following?

3. What does Joseph want Lady Teazle to do in Act 2, Scene 2?

4. Playwright Sheridan refers to Mr. Moses as which of the following?

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

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