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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Mr. Hardcastle's response to Mrs. Hardcastle's complaining that he only likes old things.
(a) He says she knows he just bought a new horse.
(b) He says she just does not know the value of antiques.
(c) He says she will have to own that he is pretty fond of an old wife.
(d) He says she thinks anything bought last month is old.

2. What does Mr. Hardcastle say the neighbors bring back from their trips to town?
(a) Useless furniture and ugly paintings.
(b) Bills and bad dispositions.
(c) Vanity and affectation.
(d) Things for which they have no use.

3. Anxious to be off, what does Marlow ask Tony?
(a) Are there any bridges to cross?
(b) We are to turn right, did you say?
(c) Can we purchase some torches here?
(d) How much do you think they will charge?

4. How does Hardcastle say the servants are like their betters?
(a) They are too concerned about their dress.
(b) They are only interested in the money.
(c) They are arguing over places of importance.
(d) They want some staff to be under them.

5. Who comes to visit Kate as she is contemplating the evening and meeting Marlow?
(a) The maid with a glass of milk.
(b) Constance Neville, her best friend.
(c) Mrs. Hardcastle wanting to know what her husband told Kate.
(d) Tony Lumpkin, her stepbrother.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Marlow and Hastings enter the Three Pigeons, Marlow is complaining about the distance they came. What does Hastings say?

2. What is Marlow's plan for meeting Kate Hardcastle?

3. What hinders Marlow from seeking a wife?

4. When Mrs. Hardcastle tries to get Tony to say home one night, where is he planning to go?

5. What does Tony tell Marlow and Hastings about the owner of the inn?

(see the answer key)

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