Themes (OCR A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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What does Mrs Hardcastle call her husband to criticise his old-fashioned ways?
What does Mrs Hardcastle call her husband to criticise his old-fashioned ways?
A piece of antiquity
Who are the two people in Mrs Hardcastle's uninspiring country social circle?
Who are the two people in Mrs Hardcastle's uninspiring country social circle?
Mrs Oddfish & Cripplegate
In the play's title, what does 'stoops' mean?
In the play's title, what does 'stoops' mean?
Lowers her social position
What does Kate pretend to be to win Marlow's affections?
What does Kate pretend to be to win Marlow's affections?
A barmaid
What nickname does Tony Lumpkin use for his stepfather Hardcastle?
What nickname does Tony Lumpkin use for his stepfather Hardcastle?
Old grumbletonian
How does Constance Neville's rebellion differ from Tony Lumpkin's?
How does Constance Neville's rebellion differ from Tony Lumpkin's?
She uses strategic deception
What does Tony tell Marlow and Hastings about the Hardcastle residence?
What does Tony tell Marlow and Hastings about the Hardcastle residence?
That it is an inn
In Act 5, where does Mrs Hardcastle think Tony is taking her?
In Act 5, where does Mrs Hardcastle think Tony is taking her?
Aunt Pedigree's house
What does the word 'wit' derive from, according to its ancient Greek origins?
What does the word 'wit' derive from, according to its ancient Greek origins?
'Oida', meaning 'I know'
Which rhetorical device does Marlow use in his Act 2 statement about modesty and impudence?
Which rhetorical device does Marlow use in his Act 2 statement about modesty and impudence?
Antithesis