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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. Why does Mac berate the Gang in Act One Scene Two?
(a) He requests no bloodshed.
(b) They forgets to bring candles.
(c) They doesn't inform the minister.
(d) He wants more gold.

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

3. What does Polly request the thugs do while she sings in Act One?
(a) Pretend to pay her money.
(b) Pretend they're beggars.
(c) Dance.
(d) Pretend they're customers at a bar.

4. What does Macheath always wear?
(a) A top hat.
(b) A white suit.
(c) Sunglasses.
(d) Kid gloves.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Tiger Brown's profession?

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

3. What is the setting of the opening of Act One Scene Two?

4. Where are Macheath and Tiger soldiers together?

5. What play is The Threepenny Opera based upon?

(see the answer key)

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