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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. What is Macheath's "Tragic Flaw"?
(a) Recklessness.
(b) Drinking.
(c) Sexual urges.
(d) Pride.

2. For whom does the character Matt work?
(a) Macheath.
(b) Sheriff Brown.
(c) Jonathan Peachum.
(d) Deputy Smith.

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

4. What happens to the fois gras for the feast?
(a) It is stolen.
(b) Jimmy eats it.
(c) The police confiscate it.
(d) Someone drops it.

5. Who does Macheath leave in charge of business when he leaves?
(a) Ned.
(b) Matthew.
(c) Polly.
(d) Lucy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Polly request the thugs do while she sings in Act One?

2. Who does Filch rush in to tell Peachum is on their way?

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

4. In what city does The Threepenny Opera take place?

5. What is the title of Act Three Scene Eight?

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