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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Miss Smythe insist Bendrix wait until her brother arrives home?
(a) He will want to speak to Bendrix about Sarah.
(b) He will want to try and convert Bendrix to atheism.
(c) He likes children and will want to visit with Bendrix's
(d) He will most likely know where Mr. Wilson lives.

2. Why is Bendrix unable to return Sarah's phone call?
(a) He is embarrassed at hiring Mr. Savage.
(b) She will not accept his call.
(c) She has changed her phone number.
(d) His landlady will not let him use the phone.

3. How does Sarah react to Bendrix as a writer?
(a) She gushes about his books.
(b) She criticizes his latest book.
(c) She acknowledges his profession and leaves it at that.
(d) She asks several questions about his books.

4. What signals Sarah and Bendrix that Henry has returned home?
(a) His coat hanging by the front door.
(b) His presence in the living room.
(c) A squeak on the stairs.
(d) The front door opening.

5. What was the first thing Bendrix noticed about Sarah at the party where they met?
(a) Her happiness.
(b) Her smile.
(c) Her devotion to Henry.
(d) Her beauty.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Bendrix focused on his newspaper when Sarah arrives at lunch?

2. Which of the following is NOT a reason Bendrix gives Henry for Sarah's willingness to stay in a loveless marriage?

3. What is Bendrix surprised to learn from reading Sarah's diary?

4. Where does Bendrix take Sarah on their first "date"?

5. Why do Sarah and Bendrix choose the Bristol hotel?

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