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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is spoken to in an "aside"?
(a) The audience.
(b) The actors.
(c) The narrator.
(d) The director.

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

3. What is the title of Act Three Scene Eight?
(a) The Downfall.
(b) Property in Dispute.
(c) The Jail.
(d) Macheath's Double Standard.

4. Whose coronation is taking place during the time of the play?
(a) Queen Victoria.
(b) Queen Margaret.
(c) Prince Albert.
(d) Queen Elizabeth.

5. What present do the thugs give to Polly?
(a) A kitten.
(b) A diamond necklace.
(c) Perfume.
(d) A nightgown.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are Macheath and Tiger soldiers together?

2. Does Macheath want Polly to let out his rooms?

3. Which character sings a morning hymn in Act One Scene One?

4. Which prostitute has underwear with the "black lace border"?

5. Where does Mrs. Peachum go after Act One Scene Three?

(see the answer key)

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