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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. Who does Constance say Marlow is?
(a) A royal in line for the throne.
(b) The most eligable bachelor in London.
(c) The son of her father's dearest friend.
(d) The most intimate friend of her admirer, Mr. Hastings.

2. How is the scene in the Three Pigeons a satire on sentimental comedy?
(a) The characters are all commoners and not genteel.
(b) The characters serve as a chorus as in Greek comedy.
(c) The sentiments are only on drinking.
(d) The dialogue is high toned.

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

4. What is Mrs. Hardcastle's complaint with her husband?
(a) He has no taste in furniture.
(b) He doesn't dress for dinner.
(c) They never have company come to the house.
(d) They do not travel to town now and then.

5. 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?

Short Answer Questions

1. What dichotomy does Marlow bewail?

2. Where does Diggory say he learned how to hold his hands?

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

4. What is the one thing about the man whose name is Marlow that Kate does not particularly like?

5. What does Mr. Hardcastle say the neighbors bring back from their trips to town?

(see the answer key)

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