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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Matthew?
(a) A thief.
(b) A beggar.
(c) A pimp.
(d) A prostitute.

2. Who says, "But love is the finest thing in the world"?
(a) Macheath.
(b) Polly.
(c) Lucy.
(d) Mrs. Peachum.

3. What is Jake's nickname?
(a) Cut-throat Jake.
(b) Pickpocket Jake.
(c) Crook-finger Jake.
(d) Cross-eyed Jake.

4. What is the name of Jonathan Peachum's wife?
(a) Lucy.
(b) Polly.
(c) Jenny.
(d) Celia.

5. What does Mr. Peachum hold in his hand when singing "First Threepenny Finale"?
(a) A Bible.
(b) A walking stick.
(c) A picket sign.
(d) A gun.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the celebration for in Act One Scene Two?

2. What does Mrs. Peachum refer to Macheath as?

3. What present do the thugs give to Polly?

4. What is the term for the style of production of The Threepenny Opera?

5. What is the name of Jonathan Peachum's business?

(see the answer key)

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