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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which comment does Shaw make about the realism in his play?
(a) Realism is not to be found in the theater.
(b) Realism is the only style that can be respected in the theater.
(c) A transformation like the one made by the heroine is very possible in real life.
(d) A transformation like the one made by the heroine is obviously not possible in real life.

2. What does Liza do when she looks into the mirror?
(a) Bursts into tears.
(b) Screams in rage.
(c) Breaks into a self-satisfied smile.
(d) Sticks her tongue out at herself.

3. Why is Liza's father, Doolittle, upset with Higgins?
(a) Higgins has made him lose all his money.
(b) He thinks Higgins has taken advantage of Liza.
(c) He thinks Higgins has kicked Liza out.
(d) Higgins has made him a respectable gentleman.

4. What is striking about Neppomuck's appearance?
(a) He has very dark, swarthy skin.
(b) He has a very hairy face.
(c) He is exceptionally handsome.
(d) He is extremely large and burly.

5. Why is Liza so angry with Higgins after the party?
(a) He won't admit that she does a good job at the party.
(b) He uses her and doesn't care what will happen to her now.
(c) He makes her believe she is special, but she's not.
(d) He leads her on to think that she will marry the duke, but it is all a lie.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Freddy and Liza go at the end of Act 4?

2. What is one of Shaw's purposes in writing this play?

3. What does Higgins give Liza in Act 2 when she begins to cry?

4. What makes Liza happy at the end of the evening?

5. What mistake does Liza make in the bathroom?

(see the answer key)

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