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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. Where does Diggory say he learned how to hold his hands?
(a) In church.
(b) In the university.
(c) In prison.
(d) In the militia.

2. 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 tips his hat and wishes them well.
(c) He tries hard to contain his laughter.
(d) He offers to go out and point the way.

3. What is Tony looking forward to in the near future?
(a) Going abraod for an extended vacation.
(b) Being presented at court.
(c) Getting even with Kate for standing between him and Constance.
(d) Coming into his inheritance of 1,500 pounds a year.

4. Hardcastle is stunned by their rudeness but offers what service?
(a) To let them go to the kitchen and prepare their own supper.
(b) To alter anything on the menu.
(c) To feed them only bread and water.
(d) To send out for their supper.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What hinders Marlow from seeking a wife?

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

3. As the play opens, who are the two characters who enter from the right?

4. What does Hardcastle say about the servants overhearing one of his funny stories?

5. Why is Mrs. Hardcastle trying to make a match between Tony and Constance?

(see the answer key)

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