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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Mrs. Candour, Lady Sneerwell, Backbite, and Crabtree think happened to Sir Peter?
(a) He died.
(b) He fled town in embarassment.
(c) He was wounded in a duel.
(d) He murdered his wife.

2. Where does Lady Teazle hide in Act 4, Scene 3 when Sir Peter arrives?
(a) In the closet.
(b) Behind a screen.
(c) Sir Peter does not arrive.
(d) She does not hide.

3. Who commands Sir Peter to come out of the closet?
(a) Charles Surface.
(b) Rowley.
(c) Lady Teazle.
(d) Joseph Surface.

4. In Act 4, Scene 3, we find Lady Teazle and Joseph at Joseph's house. Aside from attempting to consummate their affair, what is the pair doing?
(a) Criticizing Sir Peter.
(b) Criticizing Lady Sneerwell and Snake.
(c) Discussing Maria.
(d) Making plans for the future.

5. As Act 5, Scene 2 opens, what are Mrs. Candour, Lady Sneerwell, Backbite, and Crabtree in the midst of doing?
(a) Playing bridge.
(b) Discussing the event that occurred at Joseph's house.
(c) Preparing food baskets to give to the poor.
(d) Taking dance lessons.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which direction within the room does Sir Peter head when Joseph is called out of the room?

2. Why does Sir Peter decide to hide in Act 4, Scene 3?

3. Is anyone else sitting with Charles at the table?

4. What opportunity does Sir Oliver see in Charles's plan?

5. What is Sir Oliver's impression of Charles as he leaves his home following the portrait auction?

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