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What role does Face assume when he first interacts with Dapper?

  • Advisor to the Queen
  • Captain Face (correct)
  • Fictional King
  • Doctor

What does Mammon desire from Subtle in the play?

  • A treasure map
  • A magical creature
  • The Philosopher’s Stone (correct)
  • A potion for love

Which character is tricked into thinking they will meet the 'Fairy Queen'?

  • Dapper (correct)
  • Kestrel
  • Mammon
  • Drugger

How do Lovewit and the police perceive the events occurring in his house after he returns?

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What does Face do right before Lovewit enters the house?

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What unfortunate event scares off Lovewit's victims at the end of the play?

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Which character is most concerned with the financial benefits of the Philosopher's Stone?

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What does Doll promise Dapper as part of the final scam?

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What do Subtle and Face argue about throughout the play?

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Which group of characters turns up simultaneously seeking revenge in the climax of the play?

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What is Face's primary role in the story?

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What does Dapper seek from Subtle?

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What is Subtle's initial response to Dapper’s request?

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Which of the following rituals must Dapper perform?

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How does Subtle influence Abel Drugger's business decisions?

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What item does Subtle suggest Drugger place under his door?

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What does Face expect in return for his work with gulls like Drugger?

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What is promised through possession of the philosopher's stone according to Subtle?

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Who accompanies Sir Epicure Mammon when he arrives?

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What is the primary setting for the events described?

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What does Mammon believe Subtle is busy creating for him?

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What does Surly think about Face and Subtle?

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What is the initial offer Subtle makes to Tribulation Wholesome?

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What condition does Face impose on Mammon regarding Doll?

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What is Dame Pliant's brother Kestrel seeking for his sister?

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How does Subtle respond to the arrival of Ananias and Tribulation?

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What mistaken identity does Face suggest for the disguised Surly?

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What happens to the philosopher's stone during the story?

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What major action does Mammon take that frustrates Subtle?

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What does Doll do when she enters while Mammon is with her?

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What does Face claim is the reason for closing up Lovewit's house?

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How does Lovewit manage to escape potential consequences from his angry victims?

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What ruse do Face and Subtle use to mislead Dapper regarding his wish?

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What ultimately happens to Doll at the conclusion of events related to Face?

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What unusual item does Doll give Dapper for good luck?

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Which character is disguised when they interact with other conmen as a stranger?

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What is a consequence of the explosion that occurs offstage?

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How does Kestrel's involvement affect the dynamics between the characters?

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What does Face express to Lovewit about his situation at the end?

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What kind of relationship exists between Subtle and Face throughout the play?

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What does Dapper seek to gain through the help of Subtle?

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What task must Dapper complete to receive his 'familiar' from Subtle?

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What advice does Subtle give to Abel Drugger regarding his new shop?

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What does Subtle claim will happen to Drugger due to his 'rare star'?

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How does Face feel about the profits from the scams they conduct?

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What is Dapper required to do with vinegar as part of the ritual?

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Who is the character that interacts with Dapper while wearing a disguise?

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What type of character is Abel Drugger described as?

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What does Subtle promise Drugger he might acquire through his luck?

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What motivates Dapper to return to Subtle after their initial meeting?

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What will Mammon use the philosopher's stone to achieve according to his plans?

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What does Surly think of Subtle and Face's intentions?

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What does Subtle offer to teach Ananias and Tribulation Wholesome after Ananias's initial visit?

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What does Face tell Mammon about Doll when they first discuss her?

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What is the result of the encounter between Dapper and Face regarding the 'Fairy Queen'?

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Why does Face suggest introducing the disguised Surly to Dame Pliant?

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What does Mammon carry with him when he enters the scene?

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How does Mammon's behavior with Doll impact Subtle's plans?

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What does Mammon want to do with the stone regarding his personal life?

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What happens to the philosopher's stone at the end of the story?

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Flashcards

Face's role

Face, a conman, runs a criminal operation in Lovewit's absence.

Dapper's ambition

Dapper seeks a 'familiar' for gambling success.

Subtle's deception

Subtle pretends to be an alchemist to swindle Dapper.

Alchemical 'familiar'

A piece of alchemical magic for good fortune in gambling.

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Drugger's business

Drugger consults Subtle for business advice.

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Subtle's 'rare star' advice

Subtle falsely claims Drugger is exceptionally lucky due to a rare star.

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Philosopher's stone

A legendary alchemical substance believed to turn base metals into gold.

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Face's claim

Face argues for a larger share of the profits from Sleek's victims.

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Plague's effect

Lovewit flees the city due to the plague.

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Ritual for 'familiar'

Dapper must perform a specific ritual before meeting the Fairy Queen.

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Philosopher's Stone

A legendary substance in alchemy, said to grant transmutation of base metals into gold and grant immortality.

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Alchemy

Medieval science focused on transformation of materials and creating the philosopher's stone.

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Projection

The final stage in the alchemical process, believed to produce the philosopher's stone.

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Mammon

A character obsessed with wealth and the philosopher's stone, who lusts after a prostitute named Doll.

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Subtle

Alchemist who claims to be making the philosopher's stone, but is actually a conman.

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Surly

A character who doubts the validity of alchemy and sees Subtle as a conman.

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Doll

A prostitute who draws Mammon's attention, considered a rare scholar.

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Bawdy-house

A disreputable establishment, often associated with prostitution.

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Kestrel

Brother of Dame Pliant who seeks to learn wit and cunning.

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Dame Pliant

A wealthy widow who is pursued by Subtle for potential marriage.

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The Alchemist's Con

A deceptive scheme carried out by Face, Subtle, and Dol to swindle various individuals out of their money, typically through false promises, disguised identities, and fabricated information.

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Face/Jeremy

The butler of Lovewit, who adopts a deceptive persona to execute the con artistry and trick a wide range of people, including the gullible Dapper, Mammon, and Surly.

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Subtle

A con artist pretending to be an alchemist, playing on the desires and gullibility of the characters.

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Dol Common

A prostitute involved in the con operation, who uses her charm and wit to manipulate those encountered.

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Dapper

Initial victim of the con, looking for a fairy-related charm.

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Lovewit

The absent owner of the house, who returns to find the con completed.

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Mammon

A wealthy character, easily drawn into greed, and heavily targeted by the conmen.

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Surly

Mammon's cynical companion, initially skeptical but also ultimately caught in the conmen's web.

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Con artistry

A series of elaborate schemes employed by the characters to trick and deceive the victims for their financial gain.

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The Philosopher's Stone

A mythical substance, central to the con, promising wealth and magical power.

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Face's role

Face runs a con operation in Lovewit's absence, targeting gullible people.

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Dapper's goal

Dapper seeks a magical item to win at gambling.

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Subtle's deception

Subtle pretends to be an alchemist to trick people.

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Drugger's purpose

Drugger seeks business advice from Subtle.

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Subtle's 'lucky' claim

Subtle falsely claims Drugger's luck is extraordinary.

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Philosopher's Stone

A legendary alchemical substance for gold and immortality.

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Face's demand

Face asks for a bigger share of the con money.

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Plague's effect

Lovewit leaves town due to the plague.

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Dapper's ritual

Dapper completes a ritual to meet the Fairy Queen.

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Mammon's interest

Mammon is interested in wealth and the Philosopher's Stone.

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Mammon's obsession

Mammon is fixated on acquiring the philosopher's stone for wealth, sexual prowess, and curing the sick.

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Subtle's deception

Subtle pretends to be an alchemist to deceive others, particularly Mammon, into believing he can create the philosopher's stone.

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Philosopher's stone

A mythical substance in alchemy, rumored to transmute base metals into gold and grant other magical abilities.

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Projection (alchemy)

The final stage in the alchemical process, believed to result in the creation of the philosopher's stone.

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Surly's skepticism

Surly is highly skeptical of Face and Subtle's claims about the philosopher's stone and their alchemical abilities.

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Doll's allure

Doll, a prostitute, is perceived by Mammon as a scholar and desirable woman.

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Con artistry

A deceptive scheme used by Face and Subtle to deceive others, often involving false promises and created identities.

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Ananias's disbelief

An Anabaptist, Ananias, does not trust Subtle's alchemical claims and calls him a heathen.

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Tribulation Wholesome

An Anabaptist pastor who initially distrusts Subtle but negotiates for access to his alchemical knowledge.

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Dame Pliant's interest

Dame Pliant, a widow, is interested in Subtle's wit and seeks a suitable husband.

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Face's role

Face, as Lovewit's butler, is a key con artist in the play.

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Dapper's desire

Dapper wants a magic 'familiar' for gambling success

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Subtle's ruse

Subtle pretends to be an alchemist to deceive victims like Dapper.

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Con artistry

The elaborate tricks used to defraud victims.

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Mammon's greed

Mammon's obsession with wealth drives his actions.

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Surly's skepticism

Surly doubts the con's validity.

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Lovewit's return

Lovewit's arrival ends the con operation.

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Dol Common's role

Dol is a prostitute used to distract and manipulate victims.

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Dapper's folly

Dapper is easily tricked by the conmen.

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The Alchemist's con

A scheme using the concept of the Philosopher's Stone to defraud victims.

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