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

2. What was occurring in English culture and literature as Sheridan wrote the play?
(a) The Black Plague totally killed the evolution of culture.
(b) The fashions and styles.
(c) A new styles or wiriting plays.
(d) When Sheridan wrote THE RIVALS, there was great debate about what type of drama should fill the English stage.

3. Where does Act II begin?
(a) In Mrs Malaprop's house.
(b) in Sir Anthony's house.
(c) In Captain Absolute's lodgings.
(d) In the park.

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

5. Why is Acres confused with Faulkand's reaction to the news?
(a) Faulkland has no reaction to Juila's welfare .
(b) They do not think it is manly that Faulkland cares.
(c) They assumed Faulkland and Julia are over.
(d) He thinks Faulkland should be happy to hear that Julia is well.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the sergeant at law claim when he is given this item?

2. What kind of comedy is this play?

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

4. What is Captain Absolute's disguise?

5. What is Sir Absolute's ward's name?

(see the answer key)

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