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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2: The Back Bedroom.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author, Miss Barrett was _______, while Flush was young and vibrant.
(a) Obese.
(b) Drab.
(c) A hermit.
(d) An invalid.

2. In Chapter One: "Three Mile Cross," the author writes that one story claims that early on, the land that would become Spain was populated with what?
(a) Deer.
(b) Rabbits.
(c) Wolves.
(d) Mice.

3. What group insured that only those dogs with the desirable traits were bred?
(a) A Kennel Club.
(b) A Scientific Club.
(c) A Judges Club.
(d) A Spaniel Club.

4. What made the biggest impression on Flush when he was taken to Elizabeth Barrett's home in Chapter One: "Three Mile Cross"?
(a) The sounds.
(b) The furniture.
(c) The smells.
(d) The sights.

5. What verb means to argue or reason with, especially in order to dissuade from an action or intention?
(a) Exacerbate.
(b) Energize.
(c) Educate.
(d) Expostulate.

Short Answer Questions

1. Flush was a descendant of what red Cocker Spaniel of note?

2. When was Elizabeth Barrett born?

3. What refers to a twill fabric constructed of a silk or rayon warp and worsted filling, often dyed black for mourning wear?

4. Whom did Flush refer to as Miss Barrett's sister's little King Charles?

5. What confused Flush about Miss Barrett's room?

(see the answer key)

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