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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 tells Polly that Macheath has several women?
(a) Mr. Peachum.
(b) Lucy.
(c) Jenny.
(d) Mrs. Peachum.

2. Why do the beggars return to Peachum's shop in Act One Scene Three?
(a) To complain about their costumes.
(b) To give news from Macheath.
(c) To ask for money.
(d) To take Polly away.

3. What is Matthew's nickname?
(a) Matt the Mint.
(b) Matt the Mooch.
(c) Matt the Murderer.
(d) Matthew Moneybags.

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

5. Where does Mrs. Peachum go after Act One Scene Three?
(a) To the brothel.
(b) To the prison.
(c) To the library.
(d) To the courthouse.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the reward for turning in Macheath?

2. Why does Mac berate the Gang in Act One Scene Two?

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

4. Who sings at the end of Act One Scene Two?

5. What happens to the soldier's in Macheath and Brown's ballad in Act One?

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