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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 34 through 76..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After angrily confronting Hofmiller about lying to her, what does Edith tell him about continuing to visit the family?
(a) He should come every night with no exceptions.
(b) He should come only if he really wants to, and he should not lie to her or pity her.
(c) He can continue to visit only if he begins to formally court her.
(d) He should come only once or twice a week, and let the family know in advance when he'll be there.

2. What is Hofmiller most afraid of when he realizes his blunder in asking Edith to dance?
(a) He is afraid people will laugh at his dancing.
(b) He is afraid he won't be invited to future parties.
(c) He is afraid of what others will think of him when they realize what happened.
(d) He is afraid he will be demoted by his commanding officer.

3. What does his decision to trot instead of gallop make Hofmiller realize about himself?
(a) He is undergoing a profound change as a result of his pity for Edith.
(b) He loves Edith and wants to marry her.
(c) He has lost the respect of his men.
(d) Edith's condition makes it impossible for him to respect her.

4. How does Kekesfalva plan to repay Hofmiller for talking to Dr. Condor for him?
(a) He says he'll introduce Hofmiller to high-ranking officials.
(b) He says he'll allow Hofmiller to court Edith.
(c) He plans to pay Hofmiller the equivalent of a week's salary.
(d) He offers Hofmiller his own suite of rooms at the castle.

5. Why does Edith keep secret pictures of dancers?
(a) Her father doesn't approve of the pictures, so she keeps them hidden.
(b) She hopes to become an artist.
(c) She sells them to make extra money.
(d) She loved dancing before her accident.

Short Answer Questions

1. What aspect of Hofmiller's background makes him especially grateful for the warm welcome he continues to receive at the Kekesfalva's home?

2. When Kekesfalva apologizes for his daughter's rude behavior, how does he describe Edith when she was a child?

3. How does Ilona initially react to seeing Hofmiller in the street after he does not appear for dinner as has become his custom?

4. Why does Edith not dance with Hofmiller?

5. What happens when Hofmiller arrives at the castle to thank Kekesfalva for the dinner invitation?

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