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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what historical period does The Picture of Dorian Gray take place?
(a) The Renaissance.
(b) The Victorian Age.
(c) The Industrial Age.
(d) The Elizabethan Era.

2. What is the format of the Preface to The Picture of Dorian Gray?
(a) Epigrams.
(b) Poetry.
(c) Epitaphs.
(d) A letter.

3. Who is Basil conversing with at the beginning of the story?
(a) Dorian.
(b) His servant.
(c) No one.
(d) Lord Henry.

4. From whom did Lord Henry first hear Dorian’s name?
(a) From Dorian himself.
(b) Lady Agatha.
(c) Lord Fermor.
(d) Basil.

5. What is Sibyl’s nickname for Dorian?
(a) Hamlet.
(b) Prince Charming.
(c) Romeo.
(d) Darling Dorian.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Chapter Four begin in relation to Chapter Three?

2. What plans does Dorian abandon at the end of Chapter Three?

3. What philosophy does Lord Henry discuss at dinner in Chapter Three?

4. Why does Lord Henry become more fascinated by Dorian in Chapter Three?

5. What was Basil’s emotion upon first meeting Dorian?

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