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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Julia discuss in the second part of the prologue?
(a) her ideas about love.
(b) her wardrobe.
(c) the differences between comedy and tragedy.
(d) her ideal husband.

2. What tone is immediately set for the play?
(a) a humorous tone.
(b) a sad tone.
(c) a somber tone.
(d) a forelorn tone .

3. Why does Lydia like Beverly Ensign?
(a) He is sweet to her.
(b) He tries to impress her with his poetry.
(c) Because he is a poor soldier.
(d) Because he is ectremely rich.

4. Who is Captain Absolute courting?
(a) Lucy Languish.
(b) Lucinda Languish.
(c) Lydia Languish.
(d) Linda Languish.

5. Who stands in the way of the lovers?
(a) Jack.
(b) Lydia's aunt.
(c) Julia.
(d) Jack's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of comedy is this play?

2. Does Sheridan believe all plays should have a moral point of view?

3. Finish the quote: "Can a comedy...."

4. Who has Thomas brought to Bath?

5. Who does Captain Absolute give money to?

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