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The School for Scandal Quiz – Flashcards

Ken Ericksen
7 July 2022
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In the prologue, what does Garrick say about Sheridan?
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That he's fighting a losing battle.
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Who is Lady Teazle's "lover"?
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Joseph Surface
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Who does not gather at the Teazle house to get information on the argument?
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Snake
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What does Trip do that surprises Sir Oliver?
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He tries to raise some money
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Do the Teazles love each other?
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Yes but the hide it and love to quarrel
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What does Snake wish the others at Joseph's house to keep secret?
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That he told the truth
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Which one of the gentlemen writes poetry at the drop of a hat?
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Sir Benjamin Backbite
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What is Joseph's argument to Lady Teazle as to why she should have an affair?
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She should sin in her own defense to save her reputation.
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Which of the two Surface brothers is in cahoots with Lady Sneerwell?
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Joseph Surface
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Which painting does Charles refuse to sell?
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Sir Oliver Surface
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What is Sheridan lampooning in this play?
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Gossip, malice and hypocrisy
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Who hides behind the screen to avoid detection?
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Lady Teazle
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Who does Maria love?
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Charles Surface
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Why does Rowley distrust Joseph?
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He thinks Joseph has too much sentiment.
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Which character does most harm by championing acquaintances?
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Mrs. Candor
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What does Snake do at Sir Peter's house?
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Drops a forged letter
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Who is to marry at the end?
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Charles and Maria
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Why does Lady Teazle have a "lover"?
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It's fashionable.
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Who does Sir Peter want Maria to marry?
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Joseph Surface
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Who is Sir Benjamin Backbite?
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Maria's "lover"
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Where does Sir Peter hide when Charles visits Joseph?
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In the closet
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Why is Joseph cozying up to Lady Teazle?
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to gain her support
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Which of the following does not belong to "The School for Scandal"?
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Charles Surface
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Why does Lady Sneerwell indulge in slander?
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Because she was once injured by slander and she enjoys bringing others to that pain.
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Who are Lady Sneerwell's cohorts in her slander plot against Charles?
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Snake and Joseph
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