The Alchemist

The Alchemist

by

Ben Jonson

The Alchemist: Act 4, Scene 5 Quiz 3 questions

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What triggers Doll's feigned "fit" in the presence of Mammon?
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Mammon's discussion about various historical figures and their impacts
Doll's genuine interest in ancient history and her excitement about the topic
Mammon mentioning the "fifth monarchy" and religious topics, causing Doll to act out
An unrelated personal issue that Doll is experiencing, unrelated to Mammon's actions
How does Subtle use Mammon's behavior to manipulate the situation to his advantage?
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By forgiving Mammon immediately, showing a compassionate side
By using the incident as an excuse to extend the timeline and demand more resources
By dismissing the importance of the philosopher's stone in their work
By encouraging Mammon to continue his relationship with Doll as part of the alchemical process
How does Face use the situation with the "lost" philosopher's stone to manage Mammon's departure?
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By convincing Mammon that leaving to atone for his sins is the best course of action given the stone's destruction
By convincing Mammon that leaving to atone for his sins is the best course of action given the stone's destruction
By promising Mammon a share of the stone once it's reconstructed, encouraging him to invest more
By blaming Mammon for the loss and demanding compensation for the damage caused