Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart”

Question 1

Which features of a comedy of manners are present in the passage? Check all that apply.

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B: an illustration of class differences; D: a commentary on marriage

Question 2

How does Wilde use Algernon’s behavior to make fun of proper behavior or customs?

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A: by having Algernon behave rudely while Algernon is criticizing Jack for behaving rudely

Question 3

Which feature of a comedy of manners is present in the passage?

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D: the differences between country and city life

Question 4

Question 4

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B: a commentary on marriage

Question 5

Why is Jack confused in this passage?

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C: Jack does not know if Lady Bracknell objects to the location of his house or the rule that says the location is unfashionable.

Question 6

What does Jack’s confusion suggest about the rules that govern Victorian society?

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D: If the rule can easily be changed, then it is meaningless.

Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart” Answers