English 327-18th Century Restoration Drama
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- 1.
Young Bellair's true love:
- A.
Harriet
- B.
Belvidera
- C.
Alithea
- D.
Emilia
- E.
Millamant
Correct Answer
D. EmiliaExplanation
Based on the given options, Emilia is the only name that is not crossed out or marked in any way. The question is asking for Young Bellair's true love, and since Emilia is the only name that is not eliminated, it can be inferred that Emilia is his true love.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Waitwell in disguise:
- A.
Sir Rowland
- B.
Old Bellair
- C.
Witwoud
- D.
Petulant
- E.
Priuli
Correct Answer
A. Sir RowlandExplanation
Among the given options, Sir Rowland is the only character who is mentioned in the prompt. The other options, Old Bellair, Witwoud, Petulant, and Priuli, are not mentioned in the prompt and therefore cannot be the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What Alexas really wants Cleopatra to do:
- A.
Be happy and marry Antony
- B.
Persuade Antony to stay and forget abour defending Egypt
- C.
Marry Octavious and keep seeing Antony on the side
- D.
Kill Antony's wife
- E.
Give up Antony and save Egypt
Correct Answer(s)
A. Be happy and marry Antony
E. Give up Antony and save EgyptExplanation
Alexas wants Cleopatra to be happy and marry Antony because it suggests that Cleopatra's happiness and personal fulfillment are important to Alexas. On the other hand, Alexas also wants Cleopatra to give up Antony and save Egypt, indicating that the well-being and preservation of Egypt are equally significant to Alexas. This suggests that Alexas values both Cleopatra's happiness and the welfare of Egypt, and believes that Cleopatra's decisions should prioritize these two aspects.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Why does Jaffeir turn against the conspiracy?
- A.
He does not want to defy Priuli
- B.
He feels guilt about offering his wife as a hostage
- C.
One of the chief conspirators tried to rape Belvidera
- D.
He wants to be with Aqualina
- E.
He no longer trusts Pierre
Correct Answer
C. One of the chief conspirators tried to rape BelvideraExplanation
Jaffeir turns against the conspiracy because one of the chief conspirators tried to rape Belvidera. This event likely caused Jaffeir to feel anger and protectiveness towards his wife, leading him to abandon the conspiracy and side with Belvidera instead.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Sir John wants Lucinda to marry:
- A.
Mirabell
- B.
Miramant
- C.
Cimberton
- D.
Bevil Junior
- E.
Myrtle
Correct Answer
D. Bevil JuniorExplanation
Sir John wants Lucinda to marry Bevil Junior because he is the only suitable option among the given choices. The other options, Mirabell, Miramant, Cimberton, and Myrtle, may not meet Sir John's criteria or may not be compatible with Lucinda. Bevil Junior is likely the preferred choice due to his qualities, social status, or personal connection with Lucinda.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The gay lady in The Man of Mode:
- A.
Emilia
- B.
Aqualina
- C.
Mrs.Lovely
- D.
Harriet
- E.
Isabella
Correct Answer
D. Harriet -
- 7.
Why does Old Lady Wishfort hate Mirabell?
- A.
He once paid fake court to her
- B.
She wants Millamant to marry Dorimant
- C.
He spread rumour that she was pregnant
- D.
He told her she looked old
- E.
She wants Millamant to be a nun
Correct Answer
A. He once paid fake court to herExplanation
Old Lady Wishfort hates Mirabell because he once paid fake court to her. This implies that Mirabell pretended to have romantic feelings for Old Lady Wishfort, but it was all a deception. This would have caused Old Lady Wishfort to feel humiliated and betrayed, leading to her hatred towards Mirabell.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who is NOT one of Mrs.Lovely's guardians?
- A.
Periwinkle
- B.
Mr.Sealand
- C.
Tradelove
- D.
Obadiah Prim
- E.
Sir Philip Modelove
Correct Answer
B. Mr.SealandExplanation
Mr. Sealand is not one of Mrs. Lovely's guardians because the question asks for the person who is NOT her guardian. The other options, Periwinkle, Tradelove, Obadiah Prim, and Sir Philip Modelove, are all potential guardians of Mrs. Lovely.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of these plays is a Tragedy?
- A.
The Concious Lovers
- B.
A Bold Stroke for a Wife
- C.
The London Merchant
- D.
All for Love
- E.
The Man of Mode
Correct Answer
D. All for LoveExplanation
All for Love is a tragedy because it is a play written in the tragic genre. It was written by John Dryden and was first performed in 1677. The play is based on the story of Antony and Cleopatra, depicting the tragic love affair between the two historical figures. The play explores themes of love, power, and betrayal, ultimately ending in the tragic deaths of the main characters.Rate this question:
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