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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Thomas' occupation?
(a) coachman.
(b) slave.
(c) butler.
(d) footman.

2. By bribing the sergeant at law, who is Sheridan also bribing?
(a) his enemies.
(b) his peers.
(c) his critics.
(d) the audience.

3. Finish the quote: "Can a comedy...."
(a) make people mad?
(b) charm the fancy and yet reach the heart?
(c) charm the heart?
(d) inspire new feelings?

4. Who does Captain Absolute give money to?
(a) Lucy, Lydia's lady's maid.
(b) Julia.
(c) Beverly.
(d) Mr. Faulkland.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Finish the quote: "Our suit and ....

2. What is Mrs. Malaprop's pen name?

3. What does the play exhibit?

4. What movement was Sheridan a part of?

5. Who has Lydia lost?

(see the answer key)

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