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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Chapters 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does Lord Marchmain live in Italy?
(a) His mistress
(b) His mother
(c) His sister
(d) His male lover

2. For what do the families want to prepare the young men?
(a) Aristocracy
(b) Priesthood
(c) Life in general
(d) Jobs in the public service

3. How old was Lord Marchmain when he left the family home?
(a) Forty
(b) Sixty
(c) Fifty
(d) Forty five

4. What character gets drunk in this chapter?
(a) Anthony
(b) Sebastian
(c) Charles
(d) Boy

5. Why is Charles excited about setting up camp?
(a) He is looking forward to a gourmet meal.
(b) He is happy to get a rest.
(c) He has been there before.
(d) They have invited women to join them.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year did Charles first visit Brideshead?

2. Where does Rex invite Sebastian and Charles?

3. Why does Jasper think Charles' friends are a bad influence?

4. Which of Sebastian's sisters is closest to his age?

5. At what estate do Charles and his troops set up camp?

(see the answer key)

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