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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After the meal problem is settled, what demands do Marlow and Hastings make?
(a) That they go see to the making of their beds.
(b) That their bed chambers are aired out properly.
(c) That their beds are positioned facing East.
(d) That new mattresses be placed on their beds.

2. What information does Hastings' servant give him?
(a) That Mrs. Hardcastle and Constance are thirty miles away already.
(b) That the post carriage broke down about a mile from the house.
(c) That Mrs. Hardcastle and Constance have returned.
(d) That a maid dressed in Constance's clothes is in the carriage with Mrs. Hardcastle.

3. How many times does Marlow insist he had an interview with Kate?
(a) Only two.
(b) None.
(c) One.
(d) Three or four.

4. Mr. Hardcastle is furious with Marlow. What does he say out loud to himself about the young man?
(a) That he cannot understand Sir Charles playing such a joke on him.
(b) That he must not let Kate meet the young man.
(c) That he should run him off with a pitchfork.
(d) He is the most impudent piece of brass that ever spoke with a tongue.

5. How is Hastings shocked by Marlow?
(a) Marlow tells him that the barmaid is waiting for him in his room.
(b) He finds out that Marlow sent the casket of jewels to the landlady.
(c) He sees that Marlow has no intention of marrying Miss Hardcastle.
(d) He learns that Marlow is leaving Liberty Hall with the barmaid.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Marlow's reaction when he sees the menu for the night's supper?

2. Why does Hastings say they must hurry if they plan to elope?

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

4. What is Hardcastle's toast after passing out the punch?

5. How interested is Hardcastle in politics?

(see the answer key)

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