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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. What "surprise gift" do the thugs uncover at the end of Act One Scene Two?
(a) A bed.
(b) A wardrobe.
(c) A clock.
(d) A wedding dress.

2. What is the Sheriff's name?
(a) Filch.
(b) Brown.
(c) Peachum.
(d) Kimball.

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

4. What does Polly get to revive her mother in Act One Scene Three?
(a) Whiskey.
(b) Cordial Medoc.
(c) Champagne.
(d) Smelling salts.

5. Who do the thieves sing about in Act One Scene Two?
(a) Victoria and William.
(b) Joseph and Mary.
(c) Lucy and William.
(d) Bill and Mary.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Peachum hold in his hand when singing "First Threepenny Finale"?

2. What is Jake's nickname?

3. Which character says, "Where'er you go I shall be with you"?

4. To which district is Filch assigned in Act One?

5. Who is Matthew?

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