Test Your Knowledge of Lady Windermere's Fan Play

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    Who asks Lady Windermere for a photo of her before going away?

    • Lord Darlington
    • The Duchess of Berwick
    • Mrs. Erlynne
    • Lord Windermere
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Ready to test your knowledge of the witty and satirical "Lady Windermere's Fan" play? Take our Lady Windermere's Fan Play Quiz to dive into the world of secrets and societal conventions. Whether you're a theater buff or just looking for some entertainment, this quiz will challenge your understanding of this classic comedy.

In the quiz, you can expect questions about the plot, characters, themes, and notable quotes from the play. You may be asked to identify key characters, analyze your motivations, or recall significant events from the storyline. Additionally, the quiz might delve into the historical and cultural context of the play, providing insights into Wilde's satirical commentary on Victorian society.

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  • 2. 

    Who does Lord Windermere ask Lady Windermere to invite to her birthday party?

    • Lord Darlington

    • The Duchess of Berwick

    • Mrs. Erlynne

    • Lady Windermere’s mother

    Correct Answer
    A. Mrs. Erlynne
    Explanation
    Lord Windermere asks Lady Windermere to invite Mrs. Erlynne to her birthday party. When Lady Windermere refuses, due to the rumors surrounding Mrs. Erlynne, Lord Windermere takes it upon himself to invite her. This act further fuels the tension and suspicion in their relationship.

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  • 3. 

    Who reveals his love for Lady Windermere and asks her to run away with him?

    • Lord Windermere

    • Lord Darlington

    • Lord Augustus

    • Mrs. Erlynne

    Correct Answer
    A. Lord Darlington
    Explanation
    At the party, when Lady Windermere seeks support from Lord Darlington, he reveals his love for her and asks her to run away with him. This unexpected confession adds another layer of complexity to Lady Windermere’s predicament, forcing her to grapple with her feelings and loyalties.

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  • 4. 

    Who are Lady Windermere and Lord Windermere in the play?

    • Friends

    • Siblings

    • A married couple

    • Strangers

    Correct Answer
    A. A married couple
    Explanation
    Lady Windermere and Lord Windermere are a married couple in the play. They have been married for just under two years and have a six-month-old child. Their seemingly perfect life sets the stage for the ensuing drama, highlighting the themes of love, betrayal, and societal expectations.

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  • 5. 

    Who is revealed to be Lady Windermere’s mother?

    • The Duchess of Berwick

    • Mrs. Erlynne

    • Lady Windermere’s maid

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Mrs. Erlynne
    Explanation
    In conversation and monologues from Mrs. Erlynne and Lord Windermere, it becomes clear that Mrs. Erlynne is Lady Windermere’s mother, who abandoned her as a child. This shocking revelation adds a poignant twist to the story, shedding new light on Mrs. Erlynne’s actions and motivations.

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  • 6. 

    Who announces that they are going to be married at the end of the play?

    • Lord Windermere and Lady Windermere

    • Lord Darlington and Lady Windermere

    • Mrs. Erlynne and Lord Augustus

    • Lord Windermere and Mrs. Erlynne

    Correct Answer
    A. Mrs. Erlynne and Lord Augustus
    Explanation
    At the end of the play, Mrs. Erlynne leaves with Lord Augustus who comes back and announces that they are going to be married. This development signifies a new beginning for Mrs. Erlynne, offering her a chance at redemption and happiness.

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  • 7. 

    Who finds Lady Windermere’s note about running away with Lord Darlington?

    • Lord Windermere

    • Lord Darlington

    • Mrs. Erlynne

    • The Duchess of Berwick

    Correct Answer
    A. Mrs. Erlynne
    Explanation
    Mrs. Erlynne finds the note that Lady Windermere leaves for her husband about running away with Lord Darlington. She takes the note with her and goes to find Lady Windermere. Her intervention at this critical juncture underscores her concern for her daughter’s welfare and her desire to prevent Lady Windermere from making the same mistakes she did.

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  • 8. 

    Who implies that Lord Windermere has been cheating on Lady Windermere?

    • Mrs. Erlynne

    • Lord Darlington and the Duchess of Berwick

    • Lady Windermere’s mother

    • Lord Augustus

    Correct Answer
    A. Lord Darlington and the Duchess of Berwick
    Explanation
    Lord Darlington and the Duchess of Berwick imply that Lord Windermere has been cheating on Lady Windermere with a woman named Mrs. Erlynne. This rumor, spread through the high society they inhabit, introduces the element of scandal and intrigue to the plot, testing the strength of the Windermeres’ marriage.

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    Who does not want Lady Windermere to meet Mrs. Erlynne because he fears Mrs. Erlynne will reveal her relationship to his wife?

    • Lord Darlington

    • The Duchess of Berwick

    • Lord Windermere

    • Lord Augustus

    Correct Answer
    A. Lord Windermere
    Explanation
    Lord Windermere does not want Lady Windermere to meet Mrs. Erlynne because he fears Mrs. Erlynne will reveal her relationship to his wife. His fear underscores the complex web of secrets and lies that underpin the narrative, culminating in a dramatic climax that brings the truth to light.

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    Who sees Lady Windermere’s fan in the room where she is hiding at Lord Darlington’s house?

    • Lord Darlington

    • Mrs. Erlynne

    • Lord Windermere

    • The Duchess of Berwick

    Correct Answer
    A. Lord Windermere
    Explanation
    Some men along with Lord Windermere show up at Lord Darlington’s house and Lord Windermere sees Lady Windermere’s fan in the room where she is hiding. The sight of the fan, a symbol of Lady Windermere’s presence, heightens the suspense and leads to a dramatic confrontation.

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