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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who buys the portrait that Sir Oliver is interested in buying?
(a) No one.
(b) Benjamin Backbite.
(c) Mr. Moses.
(d) Sir Peter.

2. Why does the speaker in the Prologue say that Sheridan is acting foolishly?
(a) He is attacking a problem that is impossible to bring down.
(b) His wife will be angry.
(c) He will hurt many people.
(d) He will be arrested.

3. Why does Charles refuse to agree to Sir Oliver's offer on a portrait?
(a) Because Sir Oliver might be offended.
(b) Because Sir Oliver was very good to him.
(c) Because he is stubborn.
(d) Because he is too proud.

4. Lady Teazle states that vices are tempting because they are which of the following?
(a) Enjoyable.
(b) Easily accessible.
(c) Affordable.
(d) In great abundance.

5. In essence, what does Trip offer Mr. Moses?
(a) Some sound, practical advice about how to earn respect in the township.
(b) Some stolen goods in the form of clothes that belong to Charles.
(c) His unsolicited opinion on Renaissance art.
(d) A world of information on how to eat well for very little money.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Sir Oliver see Charles to be beneath the surface during and after the portrait auction?

3. Sir Peter is concerned that Maria is intent on marrying which of the following characters?

4. How does Sir Oliver respond to Charles's offer?

5. Why is Sheridan attacking this subject with his pen?

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