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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was occurring in English culture and literature as Sheridan wrote the play?
(a) A new styles or wiriting plays.
(b) The fashions and styles.
(c) The Black Plague totally killed the evolution of culture.
(d) When Sheridan wrote THE RIVALS, there was great debate about what type of drama should fill the English stage.

2. Why is Mr Faulkland so sad?
(a) He misses his freind Jack.
(b) He misses Julia.
(c) He thinks Julia is not doing well.
(d) He is sad to hear that Julia is happy.

3. What is Sir Absolute's ward's name?
(a) Julia.
(b) Samantha.
(c) Lydia.
(d) Jennifer.

4. Who has Thomas brought to Bath?
(a) Sir Anthony & Madam Julia.
(b) His long time freind Stanley.
(c) His wife and young child.
(d) His footman.

5. What is Mrs. Malaprop's pen name?
(a) Delia.
(b) Dolores.
(c) Deanie.
(d) Darcy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has Julia loved Mr. Faulkland?

2. What are some of the names of books Lydia reads?

3. What does Lucy contemplate?

4. What news does Lucy give Fag?

5. Who is she waiting for?

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