1. How did Kekesfalva acquire the first part of his fortune?
(a) His father died and left him a very large inheritance.
(b) He moved to India and worked in the coffee industry.
(c) He became an insurance agent, then began providing essentially any kind of service people needed or wanted.
(d) He won the European lottery.

2. What does Kekesfalva tell Hofmiller about Dr. Condor's marriage?
(a) He says Mrs. Condor is unaware that Dr. Condor is having an affair with his nurse.
(b) He says Dr. Condor married his wife out of pity because she is blind.
(c) He says Mrs. Condor was dating him first and Dr. Condor stole her away from him.
(d) He says the Condors are the happiest couple he knows.

3. What does Edith talk about with Hofmiller the morning after his conversation with Dr. Condor?
(a) She says she thinks Dr. Condor's treatment is finally working for her.
(b) She expresses concern about her father's health.
(c) She pressures him for more details about the potential cure.
(d) She asks him if he's in love with her.

4. What happens at the second dinner that makes Hofmiller feel especially happy and powerful?
(a) All the women want to dance with him.
(b) He is able to entertain the women and sees that Kekesfalva notices.
(c) The Lt. Colonel offers him a promotion.
(d) Kekesfalva invites him to go on vacation with the family.

5. How does Edith react when she receives Hofmiller's flowers?
(a) She invites him to tea.
(b) She returns the flowers with an angry note.
(c) She asks her father to invite him for dinner.
(d) She phones him to say thanks.

Short Answer Questions

1. Although Hofmiller is torn about whether or not he wants to continue seeing Edith and her family, what precipitates his decision to return to their home?

2. When they talk after Hofmiller returns from his trip with the Kekesfalvas, what does Dr. Condor tell Hofmiller about the new treatment?

3. What is awaiting Hofmiller when he returns to his barracks after his trip with the Kekesfalvas?

4. Why does Ilona say she has encouraged Edith's feelings for Hofmiller?

5. How does Dr. Condor know Hofmiller told Kekesfalva about the new treatment?

(see the answer key)

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