Measure For Measure Act 2 Scene 1 Quiz

How does Escalus differ from Angelo?

Who does Escalus say might be guilty if everyone were examined?

What does Angelo call prostitution?

What punishment does Angelo suggest for offenders like Pompey?

What is Elbow’s occupation?

How does Froth behave during questioning?

What theme is highlighted through Elbow’s misuse of words?

What social class tension is evident in this scene?

What is the primary purpose of this scene in the play?

Who presides over justice in Act 2 Scene 1?

How does Angelo react to the case?

What does Angelo’s behavior reveal about his character?

Why is Froth brought before the court?

What does Pompey claim to be doing for Mistress Overdone?

Why is Elbow upset with Pompey?

Who is brought before the court first in this scene?

How does Pompey defend prostitution?

What accusation does Elbow make?

What comic element does this scene introduce?

What does Escalus suggest about moral enforcement?

What does Escalus ask Pompey at the end of their exchange?

Who does Escalus call next after Pompey’s case?

What does Escalus’s handling of the case reveal?

How does Pompey respond to Escalus’s lecture?

Who is Pompey in this scene?

Who assists in examining the case?

What does Escalus hope will happen to men like Pompey?

What does Escalus ultimately decide to do with the case?

What word does Elbow frequently misuse?

What tone does Escalus take during the questioning?