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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Even though she has been deceived by Mirabell and berates Foible, Lady Wishfort is shown as a __________ character.
(a) Stupid.
(b) Charming.
(c) Sympathetic.
(d) Clever.

2. To keep Mrs. Fainall's infidelity secret, Fainall demands all of the following concessions except one item? What is it?
(a) Mrs. Millamant's dowry.
(b) Mrs. Fainall's fortune.
(c) A divorce from his wife.
(d) Lady Wishfort's estate after her death.

3. As Act 3, Scene 3 opens, Mrs. Millamant and Mrs. Marwood are talking. What do we learn from their interaction?
(a) Their beliefs about the 'game' of love.
(b) How they feel about Petulant and Witwoud.
(c) Their true characters.
(d) Their feelings about Mirabell's romances.

4. Why does Mirabell believe the scheme to deceive Lady Wishfort is necessary?
(a) So that she leaves her fortune to Mrs. Millamant.
(b) So that she will give Mrs. Millamant her money.
(c) So she will not interfere with their marriage.
(d) So that she will divide her estate.

5. What does Congreve's cheerful discussion of marriage reveal to the audience?
(a) He illustrates the ways marriage can be perverted.
(b) He shows the true concept of marriage at the time.
(c) He offers a serious commentary on love.
(d) He feelings that marriage should be based on true communication and understanding.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mirabell criticize Fainall at the chocolate house?

2. What is Lady Wishfort's reaction to the revelations of Mirabell and Mrs. Fainall?

3. Mirabell's plan involves ________ Lady Wishfort.

4. Who is the least important male character in the play?

5. What news does the footman bring Mirabell at the chocolate house?

(see the answer key)

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