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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Hardcastle finally get the attention of Marlow and Hastings?
(a) By kicking them.
(b) By mentioning sex.
(c) By talking louder.
(d) By firing a pistol.

2. What is Marlow's reaction when he sees the menu for the night's supper?
(a) He does not believe the menu is correct.
(b) He thinks it is rustic food.
(c) He is shocked, thinking it will be expensive.
(d) He cannot eat rich food at night.

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

4. 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 they get their guests out of bed when the rooster crows each morning.
(d) He says there is a rumor that they steal from their guests while they sleep.

5. What does Hardcastle assume from Kate's comments about Marlow?
(a) That Marlow knows how to speak with a lady.
(b) That she finds him as objectionable as he does.
(c) That her judgement is failing her.
(d) That she must have met someone else.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reaction does Marlow and Hastings have about the mansion they suppose is an inn?

2. What admonition does Hardcastle give the servants for when guests arrive?

3. What is Mr. Hardcastle's response to Mrs. Hardcastle's complaining that he only likes old things.

4. What does Mr. Hardcastle say Marlow has to do?

5. Left behind as Hardcastle and Marlow go to the bedrooms, who does Hastings see?

(see the answer key)

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