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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where are Milton, Dolly and Ella going in a limousine?
(a) An anniversary party.
(b) A funeral.
(c) A wedding.
(d) The train station.

2. What drink do Milton and Dolly have at the bar?
(a) Martini.
(b) Cosmopolitan.
(c) Scotch and soda.
(d) Gin and tonic.

3. Where does Carey Carr take Helen at the beginning of Chapter 4?
(a) The funeral home.
(b) School Board meeting.
(c) Church.
(d) Ladies luncheon.

4. What does Helen tell Carey about Milton?
(a) He is having an affair.
(b) He is terminally ill.
(c) He has lost another job.
(d) She hates him.

5. What is Carey's impression when he sees Helen ready to leave for the funeral?
(a) She is old and ugly.
(b) She is so pale and gaunt.
(c) She looks younger than ever.
(d) She is incredibly sad.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are Milton and Dolly as they talk over drinks?

2. As the novel opens, the narrator describes a train trip from __________________ to Port Warwick.

3. What is Peyton's interest in men?

4. What was the only reason Helen continued to stay with Milton?

5. How old is Peyton on her birthday in Chapter 3?

(see the answer key)

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