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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through pages 44-87.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Peter's life is very __________________.
(a) sad.
(b) boring.
(c) adventurous.
(d) chaotic.

2. What does Septimus do in the crowd that embarrasses his wife?
(a) Talks aloud and writes notes on envelopes.
(b) Chastises complete strangers.
(c) Starts to take off his clothes.
(d) Tells bawdy jokes.

3. Clarissa thinks that, in Peter's eyes, she _____________________.
(a) can do no wrong.
(b) cannot measure up.
(c) will never leave her husband.
(d) will learn to love him again.

4. Why does Peter Walsh think that he doesn't like returning to England?
(a) It is too ravaged from the war.
(b) He doesn't approve of the prime minister's policies.
(c) The politeness of society has waned.
(d) He rejects the idea of a monarchy.

5. Where does Clarissa walk to hear the chimes of Big Ben?
(a) Westminster.
(b) Liverpool.
(c) Picadilly Circus.
(d) St. James' Park.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Lucy's Irish cook?

2. Who was Clarissa's maiden aunt?

3. Why can Clarissa not remember Peter's name?

4. Clarissa thinks that Peter must wonder what she does every day besides __________________ and mending dresses.

5. What color is Clarissa's favorite dress?

(see the answer key)

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