1. What relieves the tension after Mr. Lennox' romantic outburst during his first visit to Helstone to see Margaret?
(a) A funny joke.
(b) The ridiculous-looking dessert.
(c) His early departure for his train.
(d) A broken dish.

2. When the novel opens, who is Edith engaged to?
(a) Captain Lennox.
(b) Professor Barton.
(c) An unnamed reverend.
(d) Master Luke.

3. In what city does Aunt Shaw live?
(a) Madrid.
(b) New York City.
(c) Paris.
(d) London.

4. Who is Mr. Bell?
(a) The man Margaret is in love with when the novel opens.
(b) A nosy neighbor.
(c) The newspaper delivery man.
(d) An old friend of Mr. Hale.

5. On what street does Aunt Shaw live?
(a) Fifth Avenue.
(b) An unnamed country road.
(c) Harley Street.
(d) Magdalena Avenue.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the tense argument between Mr. THronton and the Hales during their first dinner together, what does Mr. Hale change the topic to to relieve the tension?

2. Why does Mrs. Thornton curse Margaret when she first hears about her?

3. What is the one problem with the house Mr. Hale and Margaret pick out in Milton?

4. What lightens Mrs. Hale's miserable mood after the Hales have begun their journey to Milton?

5. Who is Mr. Bell?

(see the answer key)

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