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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What disease did Cressida's first husband contract?
(a) Tuberculosis.
(b) Syphilis.
(c) Consumption.
(d) Malaria.

2. What excuse does Cressida give for taking her leave of Carrie?
(a) That she is meeting with Jerome on the promenade deck.
(b) That she has to lie down before the seasickness hits.
(c) That she has letters to write.
(d) That she needs to get ready for the night's dinner.

3. Who is named executors of Cressida's will?
(a) Henry Gilbert and Carrie.
(b) Horace.
(c) Jerome Brown.
(d) Poppas.

4. What did Cressida once worry about when she was broke?
(a) If she would be able to afford a gown to apply for a part on Broadway.
(b) Having enough money to bury her first husband.
(c) Whether she'd have enough food for herself and Horace.
(d) If she and her son would be put out on the streets.

5. Why does the narrator believe it is wise for the famous person to pose for the photographers?
(a) The photographers can find her more work.
(b) Because the person needs the favor of the press because of her age and marital history.
(c) It is free publicity.
(d) It documents her as being on the ship in case something happens.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much of a bequest goes to Poppas?

2. What is the name of Cressida's other sister who is not on the ship?

3. In a letter which Carrie discusses, what does Cressida ask of Jerome?

4. What is the name of Cressida's second husband?

5. Who out of all those mentioned in the will actually contributed to Cressida's fortune?

(see the answer key)

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