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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Mrs. Millamant makes her first appearance on stage, Mrs. Millimant interacts with Mirabell and Mrs. Fainall. Which word best describes Mrs. Millamant's character after this scene?
(a) Cold.
(b) Foolish.
(c) Cruel.
(d) Strong.

2. For what purpose are the cosmetics used in Act 3, Scene 1?
(a) As a device to mask one's feelings.
(b) As a symbol of loose morals.
(c) As a symbol of how people cover themselves up.
(d) As a way to disguise age.

3. Who is the most important male character in the play?
(a) Petulant.
(b) Mirabell.
(c) Fainall.
(d) Witwoud.

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

5. Who is the least important male character in the play?
(a) Mirabell.
(b) Fainall.
(c) Petulant.
(d) Witwoud.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lady Wishfort is all of the following except one. Which one does not apply to her character?

2. Why did Mirabell and Mrs. Fainall choose Fainall as her husband?

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

4. Where are Mrs. Fainall and Mrs. Marwood as Act 2, Scene 1 opens?

5. Why is Mrs. Fainall's husband cold to her?

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