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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. Does Mr. Hardcastle think he might change his mind about Marlow?
(a) Yes, because Kate might end up being an old maid.
(b) Yes, if Sir Charles comes and straightens his son out.
(c) No, because he will not give him a chance to apologize.
(d) No, he trusts his first impression.

2. What does Tony do when he discovers that Marlow and Hastings are hopelessly lost?
(a) He gives them long, complicated directions to Hardcastle mansion.
(b) He sends them headed back toward London.
(c) He offers to go with them to show the way.
(d) He tells them no one in those parts know a Mr. Hardcastle.

3. Tired of humoring Hardcastle, what blunder does Marlow make?
(a) He demands to be taken to the dining room.
(b) He offers Hardcastle a tip for the punch.
(c) He orders Hardcastle to unpack his bags.
(d) He demands to know what's for supper.

4. What does Tony tell Marlow and Hastings about the owner of the inn?
(a) He tells them that the old man loves to play tricks on his guests.
(b) He tells them that the owner is away and there are imposters in the inn.
(c) He says that he is closing the inn and fancies himself a country gentleman.
(d) He tells them that the old man is a lunatic.

5. What hinders Marlow from seeking a wife?
(a) He has no one to arrange a marriage for him.
(b) His preference for barmaids.
(c) He fears he cannot endure an arranged marriage.
(d) Going through the terrors of a formal courtship.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Kate agrees to accept the young man if he asks for her hand, how does her father tease her?

2. What is so amusing about the way Kate and her father describe Marlow?

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

4. What funny comment does Hardcastle make to the audience about the behavior of Marlow and Hastings?

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

(see the answer key)

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