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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Though Mrs. Millament doesn't act it, Mrs. Millamant actually ____________ Mirabell.
(a) Loves.
(b) Bores.
(c) Dislikes.
(d) Frustrates.

2. Are the tastes of poets random?
(a) No.
(b) Perhaps.
(c) Yes.
(d) Sometimes.

3. How does Mrs. Marwood attack Fainall when he angers her?
(a) By saying he told lies about her to Lady Wishfort.
(b) By saying he has deceived her.
(c) By saying he stole from her.
(d) By saying he wrecked her reputation.

4. How does Mrs. Marwood answer Fainall when he joins her in the park?
(a) She is protective of Fainall's honor.
(b) She is tired of arguing with him.
(c) She hates his wife.
(d) She wants to go home.

5. What does the dramatic device of naming characters that are symbolic of their personality traits allow the playwright Congreve to do?
(a) Create a favorable impression for each character.
(b) Suggest a course of action for the characters.
(c) Inform the audience about each character without having to develop them.
(d) Limit a character's significance.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Congreve tell the audience that they will not be offended to any reference to fools in the play?

2. What happens if Mirabell's uncle marries and has a child?

3. Which one of the follow was not part of Mirabell's plan?

4. Who is the least important male character in the play?

5. What phrase describes the relationship between Mirabell and Mrs. Fainall?

(see the answer key)

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