Quiz for:
Lecture on 'Pygmalion' by George Bernard Shaw

Question 1

Where does the play 'Pygmalion' begin?

Question 2

Who expresses concern that Eliza is treated merely as an experiment?

Question 3

What is Alfred Doolittle’s attitude towards money?

Question 4

Who is responsible for Eliza’s day-to-day care during her transformation?

Question 5

How does Higgins primarily view Eliza throughout the play?

Question 6

How does the motif of Pygmalion and Galatea relate to Eliza's story?

Question 7

What characterizes Freddie’s relationship with Eliza?

Question 8

What is Colonel Pickering's area of expertise?

Question 9

What motivates Eliza Doolittle to seek phonetics lessons from Henry Higgins?

Question 10

How does Mrs. Higgins view her son's treatment of Eliza?

Question 11

What does the flower shop symbolize for Eliza?

Question 12

Which theme does the play 'Pygmalion' emphasize regarding language?

Question 13

During the major test at Mrs. Higgins’ home, what is revealed about Eliza?

Question 14

What role does clothing play in 'Pygmalion'?

Question 15

What does Eliza's transformation in speech and manners demonstrate?