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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Polly say she first meets Macheath with her mother?
(a) The church.
(b) Cuttlefish Hotel.
(c) Highland Wharf.
(d) Bowery Hotel.

2. Who offers to "settle the bill" when Macheath is taken away?
(a) Smith.
(b) Jenny.
(c) Mr. Peachum.
(d) Mrs. Peachum.

3. What happens with Jenny's baby?
(a) She leaves it on a doorstep.
(b) She raises it.
(c) She aborts it.
(d) She gives it up for adoption.

4. What is the title of Act Three Scene Eight?
(a) The Jail.
(b) The Downfall.
(c) Property in Dispute.
(d) Macheath's Double Standard.

5. Who pays Mac a visit in Act One Scene Two?
(a) Tiger Brown.
(b) Mr. Peachum.
(c) Jake.
(d) Ned.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the gang members do when Brown arrives?

2. Where does Macheath go first after leaving Polly?

3. What does Macheath say to Mrs. Peachum when he sees her outside the brothel?

4. What does Macheath do to make Polly believe he loves Lucy more?

5. When speaking to Lucy in Act Three, when does Polly say she marries Macheath?

(see the answer key)

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