You might consider Sir Toby just a simple drunk, but do you remember the specific barbs he trades with Sir Andrew Aguecheek the first time we see them? This Twelfth Night Act 1 Scene 3 Quiz will test your knowledge of the domestic chaos and comedic banter going on inside Olivia’s house. The quiz begins, and you keep pace with the knights.
Shakespeare Essentials $19.99
Unlock the wit, wisdom, and world of William Shakespeare with this comprehensive digital bundle.
- How To Read And Understand Shakespeare
- The Shakespeare Dictionary
- Shakespearean Insults
This trio of guides provides everything you need to conquer the Elizabethan era.
Twelfth Night Act 1 Scene 3 Quiz Questions
- What theme does this scene begin to explore?
- What relationship does Maria have to Olivia?
- What literary device is seen in Sir Toby’s name “Belch”?
- What is Maria’s attitude toward Sir Toby’s behavior?
- What does the word “agued” in Sir Andrew’s name suggest?
- How does Sir Toby manipulate Sir Andrew?
- What does Maria warn Sir Toby about Olivia’s patience?
- What comedic element dominates this scene?
- How does Sir Andrew misunderstand Maria’s sarcasm?
- What does Sir Toby call Sir Andrew to encourage him to stay?
- What purpose does this scene serve in the play’s structure?
- Where does Act 1 Scene 3 take place?
- Which characters appear in this scene?
- What vice is Sir Toby Belch known for?
- What does Maria criticize Sir Toby for?
- Who is Sir Andrew Aguecheek?
- Why has Sir Andrew come to Olivia’s house?
- How does Maria describe Sir Andrew’s intelligence?
- What does Sir Toby say about Sir Andrew’s dancing?
- What does Maria call Sir Andrew behind his back?
- What reason does Sir Toby give for encouraging Sir Andrew to stay?
- What does Sir Andrew fear most in this scene?
- What does Sir Toby claim Olivia thinks of Sir Andrew?
- What does Sir Andrew boast about himself?
- Which of the following is NOT a skill Sir Andrew claims to have?
- How does Maria react to Sir Andrew’s bragging?
- What does Sir Toby say to comfort Sir Andrew about Olivia’s rejection?
- What tone dominates the interaction between Sir Toby and Sir Andrew?
- What does Sir Toby represent in this scene?
- How does Sir Andrew plan to impress Olivia?