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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who comments on Puff's clever use of words several times during the rehearsal?
(a) Dangle.
(b) Plagiary.
(c) Puff.
(d) Sneer.

2. Who offers explanations of what is going on during the rehearsal?
(a) Dangle.
(b) Sneer.
(c) Plagiary.
(d) Puff.

3. What does Puff say will be in his play to Dangle and Sneer's approbation?
(a) A love scene.
(b) An appearance by Queen Elizabeth.
(c) None of these is correct.
(d) A fiery battle at sea.

4. Dangle comments that one of Sneer's plays is a tragedy, but Sneer disagrees and tells him it is what kind of play?
(a) A sentimental romance.
(b) A Shakespearean classic.
(c) A satire.
(d) A historical romance.

5. What claim does Dangle make in defense of the theatre?
(a) It is tiresome and exhausting.
(b) It is fun to watch.
(c) It is important because it reveals the values of the time and its people.
(d) It is important because it shows real life.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the driving force of this play?

2. Who has a problem understanding the Italian musicians and the Interpreter?

3. After the love scene finishes, what does Puff congratulate himself on doing?

4. Who claims that the theatre's deterioration results from the audience?

5. Which character is not as smart as he thinks?

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