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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Brown's concern regarding the coronation?
(a) Keeping peace.
(b) Killing the king.
(c) Robbing a bank.
(d) Stealing jewelry.

2. What is Low-Dive Jenny's profession?
(a) Prostitute.
(b) Barmaid.
(c) Dancer.
(d) Actress.

3. What is Jake's nickname?
(a) Pickpocket Jake.
(b) Crook-finger Jake.
(c) Cross-eyed Jake.
(d) Cut-throat Jake.

4. What does Macheath always wear?
(a) Sunglasses.
(b) A top hat.
(c) Kid gloves.
(d) A white suit.

5. Who tells Polly that Macheath has several women?
(a) Mr. Peachum.
(b) Jenny.
(c) Lucy.
(d) Mrs. Peachum.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the gang members do when Brown arrives?

2. What is the song about that Polly sings for the thugs?

3. Whose coronation is taking place during the time of the play?

4. Who does Peachum take with him to see the Sheriff?

5. Who does Mac knock to the ground in Act One Scene Two?

(see the answer key)

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