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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who threatens to "tan your behind" to Polly?
(a) Macheath.
(b) Lucy.
(c) Mrs. Peachum.
(d) Mr. Peachum.

2. What nickname does Macheath refer to Tiger Brown as?
(a) Tiger.
(b) Sheriff.
(c) Johnnie.
(d) Jackie.

3. What does Polly get to revive her mother in Act One Scene Three?
(a) Champagne.
(b) Smelling salts.
(c) Cordial Medoc.
(d) Whiskey.

4. What is the name of the song Macheath and Brown sing at the feast?
(a) The Cannon Song.
(b) The Soldier's Ballad.
(c) The War Cry.
(d) Daniel's Message.

5. When does Matthew say the Archbishop of Canterbury is to arrive?
(a) In a week.
(b) Half an hour.
(c) Two hours.
(d) In a day.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which is NOT one of the soldier's names in the song Macheath and Brown sing at the feast?

2. How does Macheath pay Smith for his purchase in the jail?

3. What does Brown do when Mac doesn't speak to him?

4. When does Mrs. Peachum tell Mr. Peachum Polly gets married?

5. Who is Matthew?

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