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An Ideal Husband by Oscar Wilde Fact-Matching Game

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About This Challenge

An Ideal Husband by Oscar Wilde is a play that explores themes of deception, morality, and the consequences of one’s actions. In this fact-matching game, players will piece together important information fragments to uncover the truth behind various scandals and secrets, much like the characters in Wilde’s play.

  • Players will need to carefully analyze each clue to uncover the connections between characters and events.
  • Use spells to get hints when stuck and earn extra time to solve the mystery before time runs out.
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  • - An Ideal Husband is a play written by Oscar Wilde.
  • - The play was first performed in 1895.
  • - It is a comedy that explores themes of political corruption, blackmail, and personal integrity.
  • - The story is set in London in the late 19th century.
  • - Sir Robert Chiltern is a successful politician and a central character in the play.
  • - Lady Chiltern, Sir Robert's wife, is known for her strong moral values.
  • - Mrs. Cheveley is a manipulative and scheming woman who threatens to expose Sir Robert's past.
  • - Lord Goring is a charming bachelor and a close friend of Sir Robert.
  • - Sir Robert's past involves selling a government secret for financial gain.
  • - The play explores the consequences of past actions and the importance of honesty and forgiveness.
  • - Lady Markby, a society lady, provides comic relief in the play.
  • - The play satirizes the upper-class society of the time.
  • - Act III takes place at a party organized by Lady Basildon at her house.
  • - The play showcases Oscar Wilde's witty dialogue and clever wordplay.
  • - The character of Lord Goring is often seen as a representation of Wilde himself.
  • - An Ideal Husband is considered one of Wilde's most accomplished plays.
  • - The play received positive reviews upon its premiere and has since become a classic.
  • - It has been adapted into film and television several times.
  • - The play explores the themes of marriage, trust, and the power of public opinion.
  • - An Ideal Husband is still performed and studied in theaters and academic institutions worldwide.

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