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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Congreve's character Mirabell is a master ________ .
(a) Schemer.
(b) Lover.
(c) Of all trades.
(d) Planner.

2. What phrase describes the relationship between Mirabell and Mrs. Fainall?
(a) They are lovers.
(b) They were previously lovers.
(c) They are brother and sister.
(d) They were never romantically involved.

3. When Fainall enters in Act 5, Scene 2, what does he do?
(a) He greets Mrs. Marwood a kiss.
(b) He suggests Lady Wishfort make him an offer.
(c) He states he is divorcing her daughter.
(d) He begins to dictate his terms.

4. What is a chocolate house?
(a) A new type of coffee shop celebrating the discovery of chocolate.
(b) A shop serving only pastries made of chocolate.
(c) A meeting place for women.
(d) A place for men to meet.

5. Why does Petulant hire three prostitutes?
(a) Feign importance to his peers.
(b) Show his lack of social sensitivity.
(c) Satisfy his sexual needs.
(d) Act as a foil to his popularity.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Lady Wishfort dismiss Foible?

2. All of the following are true except one. As Mrs. Marwood discovers Mirabell's plot, she ______ .

3. Which character(s) leave the dining room in Act 4, Scene 2?

4. What does Mirabell suggest that Mrs. Fainall do if she no longer loves her husband?

5. What does Mirabell, on the other hand, ask of Mrs. Millamant if they are married?

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