Part 3: Characterization in The Importance of Being Earnest — Quiz
Question 5 • British Literature and Composition
Read the excerpt from Act III of The Importance of Being Earnest. Lady Bracknell: There are distinct social possibilities in Miss Cardew’s profile. Algernon: Cecily is the sweetest, dearest, prettiest girl in the whole world. And I don’t care twopence about social possibilities. What does this passage convey about Algernon’s values?
Answer
A
He is primarily concerned with physical attractiveness.
B
He cares more about romance than about social status.
C
He takes pleasure in rebelling against his aunt’s wishes.
D
He believes that wealth makes people more desirable.