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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Diggory say he learned how to hold his hands?
(a) In the university.
(b) In church.
(c) In the militia.
(d) In prison.

2. Of what does Marlow envy Hastings?
(a) His wealth and title.
(b) His ability to captivate any woman.
(c) His ability to play the lute and sing.
(d) His skill at writing love poems.

3. Seeing the good furniture, what does Hasting fear?
(a) That it is an antique shop.
(b) That this might not be an inn after all.
(c) That the beds will be hard and uncomfortable.
(d) That they will be overcharged for their stay.

4. What is Hardcastle's toast after passing out the punch?
(a) To good horses and fair ladies.
(b) To our better acquaintence.
(c) To send you on your way.
(d) To overlook your insolence.

5. How is the scene in the Three Pigeons a satire on sentimental comedy?
(a) The characters are all commoners and not genteel.
(b) The sentiments are only on drinking.
(c) The dialogue is high toned.
(d) The characters serve as a chorus as in Greek comedy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Mr. Hardcastle is furious with Marlow. What does he say out loud to himself about the young man?

2. What is Marlow's reaction when he sees the menu for the night's supper?

3. What does Marlow now fear?

4. When Hardcastle cannot stand any more, what does he do?

5. What does the landlord say about available accommodations?

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