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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why can't Hastings explain the problem of giving the jewels to Mrs. Hardcastle?
(a) He has to tell Constance first.
(b) Marlow still doesn't know they are in Hardcastle's house.
(c) Marlow will be angry that Hastings did not tell him what was in the casket.
(d) Marlow will do something violent if he finds out what he did.

2. What does Kate let Marlow believe she is.
(a) A poor relation working for Mr. Hardcastle.
(b) Mrs. Hardcastle's personal servant.
(c) Tony Lumpkin's cousin.
(d) The house barmaid.

3. What does Tony volunteer to do as Marlow and Hastings head out the door of the Three Pigeons?
(a) He tries hard to contain his laughter.
(b) He offers to go out and point the way.
(c) He tips his hat and wishes them well.
(d) He kicks the landlord of the pub under the table.

4. When Marlow and Hastings enter the Three Pigeons, Marlow is complaining about the distance they came. What does Hastings say?
(a) It was because a wheel broke on the carriage and they had to haul it to London.
(b) It was because he would not stop and ask directions.
(c) It was because they had no roadmap to the Hardcastle estate.
(d) It was because he forgot his top hat and had to go back for it.

5. When Hastings offers them something already made up, what is Marlow's aside to Hastings?
(a) Do you suppose the wine is soured?
(b) I wonder how long it has sat there?
(c) I hope this is fit to drink.
(d) In Liberty Hall we have only what he pleases.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is so amusing about the way Kate and her father describe Marlow?

2. Before offering to give directions to Marlow and Hastings, what does Tony want to know?

3. Hardcastle is stunned by their rudeness but offers what service?

4. Why does Hastings say they must hurry if they plan to elope?

5. What is Tony's reply when Hastings asks how he managed to get the jewels?

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