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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 9, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who says, "a man is always afraid of a woman who loves him too much"?
(a) Molly.
(b) Polly.
(c) Celia.
(d) Lucy.

2. What is the setting of the opening of Act One Scene Two?
(a) A rooftop.
(b) A church.
(c) Mr. Peachum's shop.
(d) A stable.

3. What is Tiger Brown's profession?
(a) Thief.
(b) Sheriff.
(c) Constable.
(d) Beggar.

4. What is the name of the song Polly sings for dinner entertainment in Act One?
(a) Pirate Jenny.
(b) Ballad of the Dishwasher.
(c) Pirate Polly.
(d) Dirty Bar Song.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Jenny say that Mac is in "for a hard time"?

2. Which Egyptian king does Peachum tell Brown about?

3. What do the prostitutes talk about after Jenny's exit in the brothel?

4. What thug is in the company of the prostitutes?

5. In which setting does Act Three begin?

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