The Death of the Heart | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Part 1, Chapter 1

1. Who are the first characters introduced in the novel?

Anna and St. Quentin.

2. In what city is the novel set?

London.

3. In what time does the novel begin?

1930s.

4. In what month does the novel begin?

January.

5. What possession of Portia's does Anna find in chapter 1?

Her diary.

6. Who is Portia?

Thomas's sister.

7. Who wrote the letter stipulating that Portia was to stay with Anna and Thomas?

Mr. Quayne.

8. Where are Anna and St. Quentin walking in part 1, chapter 1?

Regent's Park.

9. Where did Mr. Quayne meet Irene?

London.

10. Who is Portia's mother?

Irene.

11. How long is Portia supposed to stay with Anna and Thomas?

One year.

12. What relation is Anna to Thomas?

Wife.

Part 1, Chapter 2

1. What is Anna upset with Portia about in part 1, chapter 2?