The Importance Of Being Earnest Act I

What is the primary setting of Act 1 in "The Importance of Being Earnest"?

• A London flat

• A country estate

• A garden

• A city street

Why does Jack have an alter ego named "Ernest"?

• • To manage his finances

• To enjoy a different lifestyle in the city

• To write novels under a pseudonym

• To impress Lady Bracknell

What item did Jack leave in Algernon's house the last time he called?

• A book

• A cigarette case

• His hat

• An engagement ring

What does Algernon discover about Jack's cigarette case?

• It has a secret compartment.

• It is made of gold.

• It has an inscription from Cecily.

• It is stolen property.

What is the main reason Jack wants to get rid of his alter ego "Ernest"?

• He no longer enjoys his life in the city

• He wants to live a more honest life

• Gwendolen dislikes the name Ernest

• Lady Bracknell disapproves of his behavior

Who is Algernon's fake ill friend?

• Jack

• Ernest

• Bunbury

• Bracknell

What role does Bunbury play in Algernon's life?

• He is Algernon's business partner

• 
  He provides an excuse for Algernon to avoid unwelcome social engagements

• He is Algernon's long-lost brother

• He is a figment of Algernon's imagination used for creative inspiration

What event prompts Jack to visit the city in Act I of "The Importance of Being Earnest"?

• A business meeting

• To propose to Gwendolen

• To escape his country responsibilities

• To visit Algernon

What does Gwendolen say about the name "Ernest"?

• She finds it charming and essential for her future husband

• She dislikes it and prefers more modern names

• She is indifferent to the name

• She associates it with negative traits

Lady Bracknell remarks that Lady Harbury looks ________ now that her husband has died.

• 20 years younger

• sad and alone

• gorgeous in all black

• poor and destitute