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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is praised in the Preface?
(a) Education.
(b) Literature.
(c) Beauty.
(d) Virtue.

2. What does Sibyl not want to talk about with James in Chapter Five?
(a) Basil.
(b) Australia.
(c) Dorian.
(d) Her career.

3. Where did Dorian meet Sibyl?
(a) In Bristol.
(b) The London slums.
(c) Paris.
(d) At a dinner party.

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

5. What is Basil’s occupation?
(a) It is not revealed.
(b) Artist.
(c) Nobleman.
(d) Poet.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what play did Dorian see Sibyl that led to his proposal?

2. What does Dorian’s love of Sibyl teach him about Lord Henry’s philosophy, according to Chapter Six?

3. Who does Lord Henry visit after learning more about Dorian?

4. Who introduced Dorian to Sibyl?

5. Who is Basil conversing with at the beginning of the story?

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