1. Why does Lomov decide to marry despite not being in love?
- For romance
- For travel
- For wealth
- For stability
Correct Answer: For stability
2. What does Natalya’s sudden change of behaviour (after hearing “proposal”) show?
- Her priorities shift quickly
- She values land more
- She dislikes marriage
- She hates Lomov
Correct Answer: Her priorities shift quickly
3. Why does their argument escalate so fast?
- Both are patient
- Both are short-tempered
- Both want peace
- Both are silent
Correct Answer: Both are short-tempered
4. What does the fight over Oxen Meadows symbolize?
- National issues
- Religious conflict
- Petty human nature
- Health problems
Correct Answer: Petty human nature
5. Why does Chubukov encourage the marriage instantly?
- He loves Lomov
- He cares only for dogs
- He wants to punish Natalya
- He wants peace in the house
Correct Answer: He wants peace in the house
6. What does Lomov’s fainting indicate?
- He fakes illness
- He wants attention
- He dislikes Natalya
- He is physically weak and anxious
Correct Answer: He is physically weak and anxious
7. What does Natalya’s insistence on “ours, ours” reflect?
- Compassion
- Calmness
- Possessiveness
- Wisdom
Correct Answer: Possessiveness
8. Why does Chubukov get angry although he wants the proposal?
- He hates marriage
- He dislikes Lomov
- He wants land
- He cannot control his temper
Correct Answer: He cannot control his temper
9. What does their continuous quarrel show about communication?
- They communicate well
- They never speak
- They listen carefully
- Poor communication creates conflict
Correct Answer: Poor communication creates conflict
10. Why is it ironic that Lomov wears evening dress?
- He goes to a party
- He likes fashion
- He is showing off
- He comes to fight instead of proposing
Correct Answer: He comes to fight instead of proposing
11. Why does Natalya ask for Lomov immediately after he leaves?
- She wants to argue more
- She learns he came to propose
- She feels hungry
- She wants the dog Guess
Correct Answer: She learns he came to propose
12. Why do both families claim the Meadows?
- Both want to sell land
- Both want peace
- Both share it equally
- Pride is more important than truth
Correct Answer: Pride is more important than truth
13. Why does Lomov describe his medical problems?
- To hide the proposal
- To impress Natalya
- To threaten Chubukov
- To show he needs a calm married life
Correct Answer: To show he needs a calm married life
14. Natalya asks about shooting season. Why?
- To impress him
- To ask for money
- To shift him from argument
- To insult him
Correct Answer: To shift him from argument
15. What does discussing dog breeds reveal?
- Their kindness
- Their intelligence
- Their fairness
- Their trivial priorities
Correct Answer: Their trivial priorities
16. Why does Chubukov call Lomov “pettifogger”?
- To praise him
- To calm him
- To support him
- To attack his family background
Correct Answer: To attack his family background
17. Why does Lomov challenge everything said by Natalya?
- His insecurity
- His maturity
- His wisdom
- His calmness
Correct Answer: His insecurity
18. Why does the proposal barely succeed?
- It is well-planned
- All are calm
- All agree
- It is overshadowed by fighting
Correct Answer: It is overshadowed by fighting
19. What does Lomov’s repeated “mine!” reveal?
- Love
- Calm
- Knowledge
- Stubbornness
Correct Answer: Stubbornness
20. Natalya’s crying “Fetch him!” shows—
- Her joy
- Her clever trick
- Her health
- Her emotional instability
Correct Answer: Her emotional instability
21. Why does Lomov mention documents?
- To insult Natalya
- To confuse her
- To delay proposal
- To prove ownership logically
Correct Answer: To prove ownership logically
22. Why does Natalya refuse to accept documents?
- She cannot read
- She wants to marry
- She trusts Lomov
- Strong belief in her family’s claim
Correct Answer: Strong belief in her family’s claim
23. Why does Chubukov force their hands together?
- He dislikes Natalya
- He hates Lomov
- He wants to end chaos
- He wants more dogs
Correct Answer: He wants to end chaos
24. Why do they restart argument after agreeing to marry?
- They dislike marriage
- They dislike each other
- They are wise
- Their nature doesn’t change
Correct Answer: Their nature doesn’t change
25. Why does the dog argument seem foolish?
- Dogs can’t argue
- Guess is dead
- Squeezer is small
- Marriage is more important
Correct Answer: Marriage is more important
26. Why does Lomov lose control frequently?
- His anxiety disorder
- His confidence
- His energy
- His patience
Correct Answer: His anxiety disorder
27. What does Chubukov mean by “turnip-ghost”?
- A real ghost
- A humorous insult
- A friendly compliment
- A kind word
Correct Answer: A humorous insult
28. Why does Natalya compare Lomov’s Guess to a “half-dead horse”?
- To comfort him
- To praise the dog
- To scare him
- To insult his pride
Correct Answer: To insult his pride
29. Why is Chubukov exhausted at the end?
- He is hungry
- He went hunting
- He ran a race
- Constant quarrelling tires him
Correct Answer: Constant quarrelling tires him
30. What does “principle” mean for Lomov?
- Losing land
- Staying silent
- Being polite
- Winning arguments
Correct Answer: Winning arguments
31. Why does Lomov consider marriage essential?
- He dislikes Natalya
- He wants a new dog
- He fears loneliness
- He wants property
Correct Answer: He fears loneliness
32. Why does Natalya deny Squeezer’s faults?
- She hates Guess
- She wants attention
- She wants to fight only
- Blind loyalty to her dog
Correct Answer: Blind loyalty to her dog
33. Why does Chubukov defend Squeezer?
- Love for Lomov
- Love for Guess
- Fear of Natalya
- Family pride
Correct Answer: Family pride
34. What does the story show about human ego?
- It builds relationships
- It strengthens families
- It solves problems
- It destroys peace
Correct Answer: It destroys peace
35. Why does Lomov accuse Chubukov’s family?
- To thank him
- To calm him
- To agree politely
- To retaliate
Correct Answer: To retaliate
36. Why does Natalya flare up easily?
- She is emotional
- She is logical
- She is silent
- She is tired
Correct Answer: She is emotional
37. What does Chubukov’s behaviour reflect?
- Wisdom
- Patience
- Calmness
- Hypocrisy
Correct Answer: Hypocrisy
38. Why is the title “The Proposal” ironic?
- It is a romantic story
- It is about land only
- It is about dogs only
- Very little proposing happens
Correct Answer: Very little proposing happens
39. Why does Chubukov panic when Lomov collapses?
- He loves Lomov
- He hates doctors
- He wants land
- He fears losing the marriage chance
Correct Answer: He fears losing the marriage chance
40. Why does Natalya scream “He’s dead!”?
- She is joking
- She knows he is alive
- She wants land
- She overreacts emotionally
Correct Answer: She overreacts emotionally
41. Why does Lomov argue about dogs?
- Competitive nature
- Love for Natalya
- Love for Squeezer
- Love for hunting
Correct Answer: Competitive nature
42. Why does Natalya keep shouting “ours”?
- Strong attachment to Lomov
- Because she forgot
- Because she is happy
- Strong attachment to family land
Correct Answer: Strong attachment to family land
43. Why does Chubukov call himself “the most unhappy of men”?
- He is poor
- He is sick
- He hates Natalya
- He suffers from constant conflict
Correct Answer: He suffers from constant conflict
44. Why does Lomov leave the house initially?
- He forgets to propose
- He wants to hunt
- He dislikes Natalya
- Argument overwhelms him
Correct Answer: Argument overwhelms him
45. What competency is shown when Natalya wants Lomov back quickly?
- Long-term planning
- Scientific thinking
- Silence
- Situational decision-making
Correct Answer: Situational decision-making
46. Why does Lomov keep repeating medical complaints?
- Peace of mind
- Psychological stress
- Success
- Pride
Correct Answer: Psychological stress
47. Why does the fight return immediately after marriage?
- They are joking
- They dislike marriage
- They are calm
- They haven't grown emotionally
Correct Answer: They haven't grown emotionally
48. Why does Chubukov shout “Champagne!” at the end?
- To celebrate truly
- To distract them
- To cry
- To call servants
Correct Answer: To distract them
49. What social message does the play give?
- People always stay calm
- Money solves all problems
- Love matters most in drama
- People value trivial things more than relationships
Correct Answer: People value trivial things more than relationships
50. Why is the ending considered humorous?
- They sing songs
- They celebrate peace
- They leave quietly
- They begin married life with an argument
Correct Answer: They begin married life with an argument
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