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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. Finish the quote: "Our suit and ....
(a) too tight for me to wear."
(b) trial are over."
(c) are too small."
(d) pants look nice."

2. When was the prologue added?
(a) 10 years after the play premiered.
(b) when the play premiered.
(c) as an afterthought.
(d) This prologue was added after the show re-opened and had reached its tenth night.

3. What will Lydia lose if she marries Beverly?
(a) Her independence.
(b) Her sassiness.
(c) Her inheritance.
(d) Her mind.

4. What is Mrs. Malaprop's pen name?
(a) Darcy.
(b) Deanie.
(c) Delia.
(d) Dolores.

5. Why is Sir Absolute in Bath?
(a) To see his wife.
(b) To overcome a fever.
(c) To heal a case of gout.
(d) To see his son.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who has Lydia lost?

2. Who stands in the way of the lovers?

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

4. Who has Mrs. Malaprop been corresponding with?

5. Where do the two servants meet?

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