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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Goring give for never having a serious conversation after seven?

2. Who does Mrs. Cheveley say she hates now more than ever in Act 3, Part 2?

3. Who does Goring say Mrs. Cheveley stole the brooch from?

4. Why doesn't Mrs. Cheveley think life has taught Lady Chiltern anything?

5. What does Lady Markby say Lady Bonar's new genius does?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Goring's and Sir Robert's discussion in Act 2, Part 1, regarding Sir Robert's indiscretion as he started his career offers some insight into Wilde's opinions about power and the pursuit of success. What point do you think Wilde is trying to make concerning power and success in this play? Use examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Although Goring frequently provides the comic relief in this play, he also speaks very wise truths at various points in the play. At which points does Goring show wisdom? What does he say? Do the characters he is speaking to recognize his wisdom? Provide evidence from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

The central conflict in this play is not between Mrs. Cheveley and Sir Robert or Goring. Identify the central conflict of the play and how Wilde illustrates it in the play. What is the conflict? At what point in the play does Wilde make the conflict clear? How is it brought out and how is it finally resolved?

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