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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What workman's item does Gwendolen claim never to have seen?
(a) A piece of coal
(b) A spade
(c) An axe
(d) A work glove

2. What political affiliation does Jack claim?
(a) Liberal Unionist
(b) Social Democrat
(c) Indifferent
(d) Whig

3. In Act I, what relation does Jack claim to Cecily?
(a) They are siblings
(b) She is his aunt
(c) He is her father
(d) They are engaged

4. Where in Victoria Station was the handbag with Jack in it discovered?
(a) A platform
(b) A news kiosk
(c) A train compartment
(d) A cloak room

5. Who are the most interesting people, according to Algernon?
(a) Those you haven't met
(b) Those with a willingness to lend money
(c) Those who choose not to speak
(d) Those who enjoy your present

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Jack take the name of Ernest?

2. According to Algernon, what is the essence of romance?

3. Why do servants steal more champagne in the houses of bachelors?

4. About how much money does "Ernest" owe the Savoy?

5. Why does Jack neglect to tell Gwendolen about the existence of Cecily?

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