Themes and Techniques in Wilde's Play

Themes and Techniques in Wilde's Play

Assessment

Passage

English

10th Grade

Hard

Created by

John Barnes

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the humorous dialogue between Algernon and Jack in Act One?

To entertain the audience and create a lighthearted atmosphere.

To introduce a new character.

To explain the plot.

To provide a historical background.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does it mean to expurgate a written work?

To change a written work by removing parts that might offend people.

To add more content to a written work.

To translate a written work into another language.

To publish a written work without any changes.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Oscar Wilde use satire in Act One?

By mocking the superficiality, pretentiousness, and obsession with social status of the upper class.

By praising the virtues of the upper class.

By providing a detailed historical account.

By focusing on the economic struggles of the lower class.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is 'Bunburying' in the context of the play?

The act of creating a fictitious friend or relative to escape unpleasant situations.

A method of gardening in the play.

A type of dance performed by the characters.

A traditional meal shared by the characters.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'Bunburyist' refer to?

A person who makes up a fictitious friend or relative to have an excuse to leave an unpleasant situation.

A character who loves gardening.

A person who enjoys attending social events.

A character who is always truthful.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Wilde highlight hypocrisy in Act One?

By using the concept of 'Bunburying' to satirize societal expectations.

By writing a serious drama.

By focusing on historical events.

By avoiding any mention of social norms.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What themes are explored through the character of Algernon?

Themes of identity, deception, and the critique of social norms.

Themes of war and peace.

Themes of love and friendship.

Themes of science and technology.

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