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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the chocolate house, what does Mirabel's discussion of Mrs. Millamant's character reveal?
(a) He believes her to be a fool.
(b) He is interested in her for her money.
(c) He truly loves her.
(d) He is a coarse and rude man.

2. What did Lady Wishfort say or do that offended Mirabell?
(a) She ignored Mirabell and talked only with Fainall.
(b) She commented that some people overstay their welcome.
(c) She laughed at him.
(d) She said that Mirabell should leave.

3. Why does Mirabell criticize Fainall at the chocolate house?
(a) Because he is angry with Fainall.
(b) Because Fainall is drinking too much.
(c) Because he allowed his wife to ignored Mirabell the previous night.
(d) Because he dislikes Fainall's wife.

4. What was Mrs. Millamant's response to her aunt's statement?
(a) She laughs, too.
(b) She feels hurt for Mirabell.
(c) She is offended.
(d) She agrees with her.

5. Why does Mrs. Marwood only want to pretend she is cuckolding her husband?
(a) Because he will suffer longer if he can't prove it.
(b) Because he will suffer longer if he can't prove it.
(c) Because she thinks he loves Mrs. Millimant.
(d) Because she thinks he doesn't love her any more.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the relationship between Witwoud and Sir Wilfull Witwoud?

2. How does Congreve use satire in the prologue?

3. The prologue begins with a comparison of what?

4. Why does Fainall say he married his wife?

5. How does Mrs. Marwood answer Fainall when he joins her in the park?

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