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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Gwendolen in the final act, in what field do men far surpass women?
(a) Self-sacrifice
(b) Stupidity
(c) Physical strength
(d) Appetite

2. Where does Cecily tell Algernon he is being sent?
(a) Belaruse
(b) India
(c) Australia
(d) Manchuria

3. How does Merriman grab the attention of the lovers when Lady Bracknell arrives?
(a) Slamming the door
(b) Shouting
(c) Whistling
(d) Coughing

4. What participle does Jack inadvertently substitute for "married" when he attempts to say "We must get married at once"?
(a) Plastered
(b) Buried
(c) Stationed
(d) Christened

5. According to Jack, who profession is afraid to invent a single thing?
(a) Inventors
(b) News Editors
(c) Priests
(d) Novelists

Short Answer Questions

1. Jack agrees to consent to Cecily's marriage when what happens?

2. What has Gwendolyn asked Lady Bracknell to refrain from?

3. Upon finding out the Cecily is Mr. Worthing's ward, how old does Gwendolen wish Cecily was?

4. How does Cecily characterize Algernon's corroboration of Jack's claim to having a brother?

5. Why does Mr. Thomas Cardew give baby Jack the surname Worthing?

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