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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What refreshment does Marlow ask of Hardcastle?
(a) An Irish whisky.
(b) Milk and biscuits.
(c) A glass of warm punch.
(d) A gin and tonic.

2. What does Mr. Hardcastle expect from Diggory who was brought into the house from his work in the barn?
(a) To act as doorman.
(b) To dance and entertain the guests.
(c) To make a show at the side table.
(d) To perform the duties of butler.

3. What comment does the landlord of the Three Pigeons make about Hardcastle's inn?
(a) He says they have good beds and fine wine.
(b) He says they have hard beds and sour wine.
(c) He says there is a rumor that they steal from their guests while they sleep.
(d) He says they get their guests out of bed when the rooster crows each morning.

4. 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 tips his hat and wishes them well.
(c) He offers to go out and point the way.
(d) He kicks the landlord of the pub under the table.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Diggory say will be difficult for him?

2. What does Tony do when he discovers that Marlow and Hastings are hopelessly lost?

3. What has Kate promised her father about her dress in the evenings?

4. How does Hardcastle finally get the attention of Marlow and Hastings?

5. After the meal problem is settled, what demands do Marlow and Hastings make?

(see the answer key)

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