Oscar Wilde's The Model Millionaire Quiz
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Which profession is associated with Oscar Wilde?

  • Poet
  • Playwright (correct)
  • Novelist (correct)
  • All of the above

    • In which month was Oscar Wilde born?

  • November (correct)
  • October
  • September
  • January

    • What was the amount of the cheque mentioned in the context?

  • £1,000
  • £15,000
  • £5,000
  • £10,000 (correct)

    • What is described as rarer than millionaires in the content?

    <p>Billionaires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Trevor Alamar's role during the wedding mentioned?

    <p>Best man</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which character is indicated to have been present at the wedding?

    <p>Laura</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of model is compared to millionaires as being rare?

    <p>Fashion models</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the envelope contain during the wedding?

    <p>A cheque</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Hughie's initial reaction towards Alan about making a fool of himself?

    <p>He felt embarrassed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the visitor that came to see Hughie the next morning?

    <p>An old gentleman.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was written on the card that the servant brought to Hughie?

    <p>Monsieur Hausberg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'duffer' imply in the context of Hughie's thoughts?

    <p>An incompetent man.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'de la part de' translate to in English?

    <p>On behalf of.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes the gentleman's accent who visited Hughie?

    <p>French.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context, what does 'reckless' most closely mean?

    <p>Careless.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotion does Hughie express towards the situation with the visitor?

    <p>Regret.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'ineffectual' imply about a person's ability to achieve results?

    <p>Having no significant impact or results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word describes someone who is 'delightful'?

    <p>Pleasant and enjoyable to interact with</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'littletea-merchant' suggest about a person's business?

    <p>Running a small tea business</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If someone has 'been tired for months', what does it likely indicate about their condition?

    <p>They have been overworking or stressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might 'Stock the list of bestsellers' imply regarding the individual?

    <p>They are interested in popular and successful books</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Hughie Erskine's primary struggle according to the content?

    <p>Earning enough money</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between Hughie Erskine and Laura Merton?

    <p>They are romantically interested in each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Colonel feel about Hughie Erskine's financial situation?

    <p>He was concerned about it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hughie observe about the old beggar's face?

    <p>It looks miserable and piteous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the beggar-man's attire described as?

    <p>Coarse and tattered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Hughie visit Alan Trevor's studio?

    <p>To see a friend's work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Alan Trevor view the role of the beggar in his painting?

    <p>He thinks the beggar's sadness enhances the painting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Hughie inquire about regarding the beggar while at the studio?

    <p>The amount a model gets for sitting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Hughie give to the old beggar-man out of pity?

    <p>A sovereign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the old beggar-man react when Hughie gave him money?

    <p>He smiled faintly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Trevor reveal about the old beggar-man to Hughie later?

    <p>He was a wealthy baron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Hughie's feeling after realizing he had given a sovereign to Baron Hausberg?

    <p>Embarrassment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Trevor say about the model that Hughie had seen in the studio?

    <p>He was very wealthy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the commission that Trevor received from Baron Hausberg?

    <p>To paint his portrait</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Hughie's initial question to Trevor at the Palette Club?

    <p>Did you get the picture finished?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Trevor describe Hughie's status to the old man?

    <p>As wealthy and well-connected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    About Oscar Wilde

    • Born October 16, 1854; passed away November 30, 1900.
    • Renowned Irish playwright, novelist, and poet.
    • Notable for his witty and satirical works.

    The Model Millionaire

    • Features Hughie Erskine, a charming but financially ineffectual young man.
    • Desires to marry Laura Merton but needs £10,000 to gain her father's approval.
    • Visits friend Alan Trevor, an artist, who is painting a beggar model, creating a striking depiction.

    Key Characters

    • Hughie Erskine: Lacks money despite being well-accomplished; enamored with Laura Merton.
    • Laura Merton: Daughter of a retired Colonel, whose approval of Hughie is dependent on his financial status.
    • Alan Trevor: Rough-looking artist who plays a central role in the story's twist.
    • Baron Hausberg: Wealthy man posing as a beggar.

    Plot Highlights

    • Trevor paints a life-size portrait of a beggar while Hughie observes the scene.
    • Hughie, feeling sympathy, gives the beggar a sovereign, not knowing his true identity.
    • The beggar is later revealed to be Baron Hausberg, one of the richest men in Europe.
    • Trevor humorously reveals Hughie's generosity, which was unwittingly extended to a wealthy individual.

    Themes

    • Misjudgment of appearances: Wealth versus poverty.
    • Social class and acceptance: Financial status as a barrier to love.
    • Generosity versus foolishness: The fine line between kindness and naivety.

    Vocabulary

    • Pekoe: Type of high-quality black tea.
    • Souchong: Fine variety of black tea native to China.
    • Wizened: Showing signs of age, particularly in appearance.
    • Cobbled: Repaired or mended, typically referring to shoes.
    • Sovereign: An old British gold coin with value.
    • Ineffectual: Not producing significant results; ineffective.
    • Withered: Shrunken or wrinkled due to age.

    Conclusion

    • The story plays with themes of wealth, identity, and the assumptions made about people based on their appearance.
    • Hughie's journey emphasizes the surprises life can present when least expected.

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    Test your knowledge on Oscar Wilde's short story 'The Model Millionaire', which explores themes of wealth and social status through its intriguing characters. Follow the story of Hughie Erskine as he navigates his financial challenges and love for Laura Merton. Delve into the characters and plot highlights that make this tale memorable.

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