Kate’s Clever Trick: Kate also plays two roles in the play. She acts as a barmaid to test Marlow. She knows he is shy with rich girls. So she “stoops” low and becomes a simple girl. This is her trick to “conquer” Marlow’s heart. As she says, 

“O! sir, I must not tell my age. They say women and music should never be dated.” 

Constance’s Secret Plan: Constance pretends to like Tony to keep her jewels. Secretly, she loves Hastings and plans to elope. Her double life shows the pressure of family expectations. Goldsmith criticizes forced marriages. Constance’s cleverness wins her freedom. Her dual role adds suspense and humor.

Tony’s Double Role: Tony is a lazy prankster but also kind-hearted. He tricks Marlow into thinking the house is an inn. This prank causes chaos but also solves problems. Later, Tony also fools his mother into helping Constance. When Hastings asks how he got the jewels, he says,

“Ask me no questions, and I’ll tell you no fibs,” 

Mrs. Hardcastle’s Lies: Mrs. Hardcastle also plays a double role. She pretends to care for Constance. But inside, she only wants the jewels to stay in the family. She also lies about Tony’s age to control him. These lies show her selfish mind. Goldsmith uses her tricks to show how adults can be foolish too. 

In conclusion, Goldsmith uses dual identities to explore class and love. Characters hide their true selves but are revealed in the end. The play teaches that honesty and cleverness win. It also mocks social pretences. The theme makes the story funny and meaningful. Goldsmith’s theme shows that people often wear masks, but love and truth can take the mask away.