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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. One of the three types of critics that Concreve claims is_____________.
2. Why is Sir Wilfull unsuccessful when he tries to woo Mrs. Millamant?
3. What else does Sir Wilfull say when he apologizes for his drunken behavior?
4. Lady Wishfort has arranged for the party to include all of the following except one item. Which one is it?
5. Which room in Lady Wishfort's house is the setting for Act 4, Scene 2?
Short Essay Questions
1. How do critics today differ from Congreve's description of them?
2. Why is Mrs. Marwood one of the least sympathetic characters in the play?
3. Explain the significance of the document in the black box.
4. Throughout the play, Mirabell has protested his love for Mrs. Millamant. Citing specific examples, what are some of the ways he has demonstrated his love for Mrs. Millamant?
5. Discuss Lady Wishfort's reaction to Foible's revelations in Act 5, Scene 1.
6. Is Mirabell's elaborate plot going to be successful? Explain why or why not?
7. In what way does the discussion of marriage between Lady Wishfort and Sir Rowland differ from the discussion of Mrs. Millamant and Mirabell?
8. Why is Mrs. Marwood trying to provoke Mrs. Millamant in Act 3, Scene 3?
9. Why is this play considered to be universal instead of simply a Restoration comedy of manners?
10. Why does Mirabell agree to help the Fainall's achieve peace in their marriage?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Congreve seemed to be critical of Restoration society for various reasons. Find at least three examples in the play that illustrate his criticism. Explain why he thought each one of these points was negative. How would he have changed these failings? Explain your answer in detail.
Essay Topic 2
The motives of the characters seem to determine their success in the play. Discuss the different character's motivations in this play. Did any of them have the same motivations? What factors influenced the character's motivations?
Essay Topic 3
In your opinion, who was the most successful character in achieving his or her goals in the play? Why have you chosen this character? Explain why you think this character succeeded where other failed.
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